Creamy dip infused with gingerbread spices served alongside cookies, crackers, and fruit for festive sharing.
# Ingredient list:
→ Dip
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup molasses
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 1 tsp ground ginger
07 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
09 - 1/4 tsp ground cloves
10 - 1/4 tsp salt
11 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
→ Dippables
12 - Gingerbread cookies, assorted shapes
13 - Graham crackers
14 - Mini pretzels
15 - Marshmallows
16 - Apple slices
17 - Vanilla wafers
→ Garnish (Optional)
18 - Festive sprinkles
19 - Mini chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Beat cream cheese and unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add light brown sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract; beat until fully combined.
03 - Mix in ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Gradually add sifted powdered sugar while beating continuously until the mixture is light and fluffy.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and optionally garnish with festive sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.
06 - Place assorted dippable treats around the dip on a large serving board or platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.
