This chocolate cream cheese fruit dip makes a fun addition to any celebration. Cream cheese is combined with ingredients like powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and melted chocolate to create the perfect dip for your favorite fruits.
Creamy Chocolate Fruit Dip
Have you ever tried dipping your favorite sweet fruits in a creamy chocolate dip? It’s an absolute delight! This simple yet delicious chocolate cream cheese fruit dip is perfect for a summertime snack or even as an indulgent dessert recipe.
Plus, it’s easy to make a huge batch of this treat — perfect for special occasions or just for when you want to surprise your family with something sweet.
This recipe is ideal for chocolate lovers. But if you prefer other flavors, it’s easy to get creative. Ready in only 15 minutes, you can always mix up the flavors of this dip and make it all your own!
why you’ll love it!
- A delicious treat both kids and adults will love!
- It’s easy to swap or add ingredients and customize it to your preference.
- You can easily whip up a double batch if you’re expecting company.
- A perfect pairing with fresh fruit or any other sweeter dippings.
Made with 5 Simple Ingredients
- Cream cheese: be sure to use softened cream cheese to make it easier to mix all the ingredients together.
- Powdered sugar: makes the dip sweet without adding too much sugar.
- Vanilla extract: adds a subtle flavor and helps cut the sweetness.
- Chocolate chips: we used semi sweet chips, but you can also use milk or dark chocolate.
- Heavy cream: we whipped our cream to make the dip even more fluffy and creamy.
How to soften cream cheese
Looking for a quick method to soften cream cheese? Check out our post – How to Soften Cream Cheese – 4 Ways! Here you’ll learn 4 unique (and quick!) methods to soften cream cheese to the perfect amount for baking and cooking.
Fun Ingredient Swaps & Additions
This recipe is the chocolatey version of our Cream Cheese Fruit Dip, but there are plenty of ways to make this dessert dip all your own. Here are some of our favorite ideas for inspiration:
Strawberry cream cheese dip: Add 3/4 cup of finely chopped or blended strawberries to the dip instead of chocolate. This will give it a beautiful pop of color and a hint of tartness for a totally different flavor.
Add sprinkles: For a funfetti twist, add 1 tablespoon of sprinkles to the dip. It’s like having a birthday party in your mouth! Or try our Funfetti Dip!
Dark chocolate chips: Use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a bitter and sophisticated flavor.
Marshmallow fluff: Try adding some marshmallow fluff for a totally different twist. It’s like having s’mores in a dip!
Maple brown sugar dip: Swap out the regular sugar for brown sugar and add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup for a sweet and caramel-like flavor.
Hazelnut spread: mix in your favorite melted hazelnut spread instead of chocolate chips for a nutty and creamy flavor.
How to Make Chocolate Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
PREPARE CREAM CHEESE MIXTURE
Add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into a medium size bowl.
Using a hand mixer, whip them together until smooth. Set aside.
MIX IN CHOCOLATE
Next, add the chocolate chips to a small bowl and microwave in 15-second intervals until melted.
Then transfer the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until well combined.
ADD HEAVY CREAM
In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream. Using the hand mixer, whip the mixture together until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes with a hand mixer.
Transfer to the chocolate cream cheese and gently fold together until well combined.
SERVE + ENJOY
You’ve got your dip, now it’s time to grab some fresh fruit and dig in! Serve with your favorite fruits, and enjoy your delicious dip.
What Else Can Be Served with Chocolate Cream Cheese Dip?
There’s more to enjoy with this sweet cream cheese fruit dip besides fruit. Here are some of our favorite dippers that taste just as yummy:
- Graham crackers
- Vanilla wafers
- Waffle cone pieces
- Animal crackers
- Pretzel rods
Storage
Store any leftover chocolate cream cheese dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. Just make sure to stir it after it sits in the fridge.
Chocolate Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
Ingredients
- 4 oz. cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into a medium size bowl. Using a hand mixer, whip them together until smooth. Set aside.
- Add the chocolate chips to a small bowl and microwave for 15-second intervals until melted.
- Transfer the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream. Using the hand mixer, whip the mixture together until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes with a hand mixer. Transfer to the chocolate cream cheese and gently fold together until well combined.
- Serve with fresh fruit.
Tips & Notes
- Any chocolate can be used in this recipe.
