This Hot Cocoa Dip is perfect for a cozy winter evening. Topped with mini marshmallows and made with cocoa powder, this ten minute easy dessert dip is perfect with everything, from graham crackers, to pretzels, to peppermint sticks.
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The first known instance of liquid chocolate drinks comes from the Mayans as early as 500 BC. However, they drank their chocolate cold, and flavored with spices and chili peppers.
After the Spanish colonized what is now Mexico, they introduced chocolate to Europe, where it would be consumed as a hot, sweetened drink. In the United States today, hot chocolate is most often consumed as a cheap beverage made of instant hot cocoa powder and hot milk or water.
Why This Easy Dessert Recipe is a Keeper
This easy dip recipe tastes just like a cup of hot chocolate, but in dip form. It’s so easy to make this creamy dessert dip. The marshmallows on top are the best part!
This dessert dip pairs well with graham crackers, chewy chocolate chip cookies or nilla wafers. And, if you like a salty sweet combination, give pretzels a try!
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- 10 Minute Dessert: Whip up this dessert dip in just 10 minutes.
- 4-Ingredient Hot Chocolate Dip: All you need is a total of 4 ingredients for this easy hot chocolate dip recipe.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Cover with plastic and place in the fridge. You can snack on it with fruit or cookies for up to a week.
If you’re looking for more Christmas dessert recipes, try these: Santa’s Coal Candy, Hot Cocoa Cookies, and Oreo Hot Chocolate Bombs.
What Can I Serve With Hot Chocolate Dip Recipe?
Looking for something to go with this delicious sweet treat? Try our Thin Mint cookies, strawberries, vanilla wafers, or pretzel sticks for a fun variety of sweet and salty flavors.
Ingredient Notes
The ingredients for this creamy hot cocoa dip are incredibly simple, and you probably already have them on hand.
- Cool Whip: Cool whip is a crucial ingredient in this dip recipe for the texture. It’s important to use either Cool Whip or a store-brand whipped topping, not whipped cream.
- Cocoa Powder: You’ll need unsweetened cocoa powder instead of instant hot chocolate powder, which is sweetened and typically mixed with milk powder. Using unsweetened cocoa powder will give a more potent chocolate flavor to this party dip.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Recipe Variations and Substitutions
Mix up this delicious dessert dip with these easy tips:
- Low Sugar/Sugar Free: To make this recipe somewhat healthier, use low sugar or sugar free Cool Whip.
- Cream Cheese: Replace the marshmallow fluff with cream cheese to cut down even further on sugar.
- More Chocolate: If you really like chocolate, add mini semi-sweet chocolate chips together with the chocolate mixture.
How to Make this Marshmallow with Chocolate Dip
Have a fun and cozy holiday season with this easy hot cocoa dip with marshmallow! This easy chocolate dip is quick to make and it is full of homemade hot chocolate flavor without the mug.
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These are the basic steps for this making hot chocolate dip recipe. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions and the full recipe.
Step 1: Add Ingredients for the favorite hot chocolate dip for Christmas
To a medium sized mixing bowl, add the marshmallow creme, Cool Whip, and cocoa powder.
Step 2: Mix
Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to mix for about 5 minutes, or until the dip reaches a light and fluffy consistency. Marshmallow fluff is pretty sticky, so make sure you mix it well.
Step 3: Serve the Creamy Hot Cocoa Dip
Transfer to a large bowl, and garnish with tiny marshmallows. Serve with graham crackers and your favorite dippers.
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Expert Tips for Making This Recipe for Dessert Dip and Dippers
For more flavors of hot cocoa, here are some recipe variations to put your own spin on this creamy hot chocolate dip recipe:
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate Dip – If you are a fan of peppermint mocha, add 1 tsp of peppermint extract and top with crushed candy canes.
- Mexican Hot Chocolate – To make a Mexican-inspired hot chocolate dip, add 1/4 tsp of chili powder and cinnamon for an added kick.
- Mini Chocolate Chips – Top with mini chocolate chips in addition to the mini marshmallow bits. Top with graham cracker crumbs.
What to Serve with Hot Cocoa Dip
Hot Cocoa Dip
Ingredients
- 7.5 ounces Marshmallow fluff, 1 jar
- 8 ounces Cool whip, 1 tub
- ¼ cup Hershey’s cocoa, unsweetened
- 2 tbsp Mini marshmallows
- Graham crackers, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, add the Marshmallow fluff, Cool Whip, and cocoa powder.
- Mix with a hand mixer for about 5 minutes, or until the dip reaches a light and fluffy consistency.
- Transfer to an adequately sized serving bowl and serve along side with graham crackers, fresh fruit, and cookies.
Expert Tips
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- Peppermint Hot Chocolate Dip – If you are a fan of peppermint mocha, add 1 tsp of peppermint extract and top with crushed candy canes.
- Mexican Hot Chocolate – To make a Mexican-inspired hot chocolate dip, add 1/4 tsp of chili powder and cinnamon for an added kick.
- Mini Chocolate Chips – Top with mini chocolate chips in addition to the mini marshmallow bits. Top with graham cracker crumbs.