Delicious Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip

If you ask me, cookie dough dip is one of life’s simple pleasures.

This sweet party-ready dip takes the best part of making cookies – sneaking bites of raw dough – and turns it into a totally safe-to-eat treat. Cream cheese and butter blend with brown sugar and mini chocolate chips, while a hint of mint adds a fresh twist.

The combination tastes just like mint chocolate chip cookie dough, minus the raw eggs and flour. A bowl of this creamy dip paired with graham crackers or pretzels disappears in minutes at gatherings.

It’s a crowd-favorite dessert that feels a bit indulgent but comes together in just 10 minutes – perfect for last-minute entertaining.

What Kind of Butter Should I Use?

For this cookie dough dip, unsalted butter is the way to go since it lets you control exactly how salty your dip turns out. Make sure your butter is truly at room temperature – this means letting it sit out for about an hour before using it, not trying to soften it in the microwave. If you’re in a pinch and only have salted butter, you can use it but remember to skip the additional salt in the recipe. European-style butter (like Kerrygold) will work too, though regular American butter is perfectly fine and more budget-friendly for a dip like this.

Options for Substitutions

This fun dip recipe can be tweaked in several ways to match your needs or what’s in your pantry:

• Butter: You can swap the butter with dairy-free butter alternatives for a vegan version. Coconut oil (in solid form) works too, though it might add a slight coconut taste.
• Brown and white sugar: Feel free to use all brown or all white sugar if you’re out of one type. You can also try coconut sugar, though it might change the color slightly.
• Mint essence: If you don’t have mint essence, peppermint extract works perfectly – just use about half the amount as it’s usually stronger.
• All-purpose flour: To make this gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Remember to heat treat any flour you use for food safety!
• Green food dye: This is totally optional – your dip will taste just as good without it. You can also use natural alternatives like matcha powder for color, though it will add a slight tea flavor.
• Mini chocolate chips: Regular chocolate chips work fine – just chop them up a bit. You can also use dark chocolate chunks or even mint chocolate chips for extra mint flavor.
• Greek yogurt: To adjust consistency, you can use regular milk, almond milk, or even cream cheese thinned with a bit of milk.

Watch Out for These Mistakes While Making

The biggest challenge when making cookie dough dip is achieving the perfect consistency – adding too much milk or yogurt at once can make your dip runny and impossible to fix, so start with just one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired thickness.

Raw flour can carry harmful bacteria, so don’t skip the important step of heat-treating your flour first by spreading it on a baking sheet and baking at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, then letting it cool completely before using.

When adding the mint extract, remember that different brands vary in strength – start with a smaller amount and taste as you go, since too much mint can make your dip taste like toothpaste.

For the smoothest texture, make sure your butter is truly at room temperature (but not melted) before mixing, and cream it with the sugars until light and fluffy – rushing this step can leave you with a grainy dip.

What to Serve With Cookie Dough Dip?

This sweet dip is all about finding the perfect dipper to scoop up all that minty, chocolatey goodness! While chocolate cookies and graham crackers are classic choices, you can get creative with fresh strawberries, pretzel sticks, or even apple slices for a fun sweet-and-salty combo. For a dessert party spread, I like to set out a variety of options like vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, and even chunks of brownies. If you’re feeling extra festive, chocolate-dipped pretzel rods or crispy rice treats make great dipping options too.

Storage Instructions

Keep Fresh: This cookie dough dip stays good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. The texture might firm up a bit when chilled, but that’s totally normal! Just give it a good stir before serving, and if needed, mix in a splash of milk to get that perfect dipping consistency back.

Make Ahead: Want to prep this dip for a party? You can make it up to 2 days in advance – just keep it covered in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, let it sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, give it a good stir, and adjust the consistency with a bit of milk if needed.

Portion: If you’ve got leftovers, divide them into smaller portions in separate containers. This way, you can grab just what you need for a sweet treat without having to thaw the entire batch. Plus, it helps prevent any double-dipping situations!

Preparation Time	10-15 minutes
Cooking Time	0-0 minutes
Total Time	10-15 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 1200-1400
• Protein: 10-15 g
• Fat: 70-80 g
• Carbohydrates: 150-160 g

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
• milk or Greek yogurt (for desired consistency)
• 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (I prefer Ghirardelli)
• 1 to 2 tsp mint extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated for safety)
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
• 6 drops green food coloring
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (I use Madagascar Bourbon vanilla)
• chocolate cookies, graham crackers, or brownie bites (for dipping)

Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugars

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the butter and sugars until smooth and creamy.

This forms the base for your mixture and ensures even sweetness throughout.

Step 2: Add Flavorings and Salt

Add the extracts and the salt to the creamed butter and sugar mixture.

Mix again with the hand mixer to fully incorporate these ingredients, enhancing the overall flavor.

Step 3: Incorporate Flour and Adjust Consistency

Keeping the mixer on a low speed, slowly sprinkle in the flour.

Once the mixture begins to thicken, gradually add milk or Greek yogurt, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

This step allows you to control the texture of the mixture.

Taste the mixture and adjust ingredients if necessary to achieve your preferred taste and texture.

Step 4: Add Color and Chocolate Chips

Mix in the green food coloring until the desired shade is reached, then gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or the mixer on low speed.

This ensures that the coloring is consistent and the chocolate chips are evenly distributed.

Step 5: Serve

Your green, chocolate chip-studded mixture is now ready to serve!

Enjoy as a fun and vibrant treat.