Description
Sweet red velvet dip brings romantic charm to Valentine’s celebrations with creamy, rich flavors perfect for sharing. Chocolate and cream cheese blend creates an irresistible treat you’ll want to scoop up with cookies or fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup red velvet cake mix (dry)
- 1 (8 ounces/226 grams) container whipped topping (Cool Whip)
Dairy and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Garnish and Mix-ins:
- 1/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- White sprinkles
- Pink heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Cream the softened cream cheese in a spacious mixing bowl until velvety and uniform in texture, using an electric mixer at medium speed for about 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate heavy cream and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, blending thoroughly until the mixture becomes silky and well-integrated.
- Gently introduce whipped topping into the mixture, folding delicately to create a light, airy consistency that maintains a smooth texture.
- Sprinkle dry red velvet cake mix and cocoa powder over the creamy base, stirring meticulously to eliminate any potential clumps and ensure complete incorporation.
- Delicately introduce mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, folding them evenly throughout the dip to distribute a delightful chocolatey crunch.
- Seal the dip in an airtight container and refrigerate for a minimum of 60 minutes at 40°F, allowing flavors to harmonize and the texture to slightly set.
- After chilling, transfer the dip to a decorative serving dish, embellishing with white and pink heart-shaped sprinkles to create a romantic, festive presentation perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest, lump-free base that blends effortlessly.
- Sift the dry cake mix and cocoa powder to prevent any unwanted clumps in the final dip.
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for a more luxurious texture and richer chocolate flavor.
- Try different sprinkle combinations to match various holiday or party themes, making this dip versatile for multiple celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg