Description
Love the flavors of gingerbread but want a quick, no-bake dessert? This Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip is a creamy, spiced treat perfect for Christmas gatherings or enjoying at home. Ready in just 5 minutes, it pairs beautifully with cookies, crackers, or fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 8 oz Cool Whip (or whipped topping)
Supplies Needed
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- Spatula
Instructions
- Prepare the Base:
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, molasses, light brown sugar, and powdered sugar. Stir until smooth, or use a hand mixer to speed up the process. - Add the Spices:
Add the ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Use the hand mixer to beat the mixture until smooth and creamy. - Fold in the Cool Whip:
Gently fold in the Cool Whip with a spatula until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix, as you want the dip to remain light and fluffy. - Chill (Optional):
For the best flavor, chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This helps the spices meld together. - Serve:
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and pair it with gingerbread cookies, graham crackers, pretzels, or sliced fruit. For a festive touch, sprinkle the top with some additional sprinkles or crushed gingerbread cookies just before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Cover leftovers tightly and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for a warm, fresh-from-the-oven experience.
- Variations: Feel free to swap in other spices or adjust the sweetness to your liking. You can also use homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 2 tablespoons)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 13g7
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20mg