Description
This festive and fun Grinch Dip is a creamy, sweet treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with cream cheese, whipped topping, powdered sugar, and a splash of milk, it gets its vibrant green color from food coloring and is topped with adorable red heart sprinkles. Serve it with crackers, pretzels, or fruit for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert dip.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 8 ounces whipped cream (such as Cool Whip)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 drops green food coloring (adjust for desired shade)
Garnish
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese, Milk, and Vanilla: In a large bowl, add the softened cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to blend these ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and sweetened evenly.
- Fold in Whipped Cream and Color: Gently fold in the whipped cream (such as Cool Whip) and the green food coloring until the dip is evenly colored and fluffy in texture.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, sprinkle the red heart sprinkles over the top for a festive touch, and serve with your favorite snacks like crackers, pretzels, or fruit for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring depending on how vibrant you want the color.
- This dip is best served chilled; refrigerate for 30 minutes if you prefer it firmer.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Pair with salty snacks like pretzels or crackers to balance the sweetness.
