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Easy Hot Cocoa Dip

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Hot Cocoa Dip is a delicious treat that is perfect for parties or as a festive snack. All it takes is a few ingredients and about 5 minutes, and you’ll have a hot cocoa dip that everyone will love! It’s an easy holiday dessert that’s a fun way to celebrate the season, especially for anyone who is a hot chocolate lover.

Red mug filled with chocolate dip topped with chocolate chips and marshmallows.

This hot cocoa dip is so easy to make, and it’s perfect for the holidays. Marshmallow Fluff and cocoa powder are combined with Cool Whip to create a hot chocolate flavor in one deliciously cool dip. Serve it with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, animal crackers, chocolate chip cookies, or any other kind of cookie. It would also be delicious with fresh fruit, like strawberries.

For an extra special touch, top the hot cocoa dip with marshmallows, mini chocolate chips, whipped cream, and/or a sprinkle of cinnamon. This dessert dip is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party!

Let’s look at how to make this sweet treat.

Ingredients

  • Marshmallow Fluff or marshmallow creme
  • Cool Whip
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Miniature marshmallows and mini chocolate chips for garnishing
  • Graham crackers and/or cookies
Cool Whip, miniature marshmallows, marshmallow fluff, cocoa, and miniature chocolate chips.

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the Marshmallow fluff, Cool Whip, and cocoa powder.
Cool Whip, marshmallow creme, and cocoa in a bowl.
  1. Whisk the ingredients together until it is light and fluffy. 
Cool Whip, marshmallow fluff, and cocoa mixed in a glass bowl with a whisk.
  1. Place in a bowl and garnish with mini marshmallows and mini chocolate chips, if desired. (You could even garnish it with chocolate jimmies, grate chocolate on top, or drizzle chocolate syrup over it.)
Hand holding an animal cracker with hot cocoa dip on it.
  1. Serve with graham crackers, cookies, and/or fruit.

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Red mug filled with chocolate dip topped with chocolate chips and marshmallows.

Hot Cocoa Dip Recipe

This cool, creamy dip will be a hit at your next party. It's like hot cocoa in dip form.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 142kcal

Ingredients

  • 7.5 ounces Marshmallow Fluff
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
  • ¼ cup Hershey’s cocoa unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons miniature marshmallows
  • Graham crackers, cookies, fruit for serving

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the Marshmallow fluff, Cool Whip, and cocoa powder.
  • Whisk the ingredients together until it is light and fluffy.
  • Place in a bowl and garnish with mini marshmallows and mini chocolate chips, if desired. (You could even garnish it with chocolate jimmies, grate chocolate on top, or drizzle chocolate syrup over it.)
  • Serve with graham crackers, cookies, and/or fruit.

Notes

Nutrition information is a rough estimation and is for the dip only.  It excludes garnishes and cookies and/or fruit consumed with it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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FAQs

What type of cocoa powder is used to make hot cocoa dip?

You want to be sure to use unsweetened cocoa. I recommend Hershey’s brand and make sure that it is NOT Dutch-processed cocoa.

How do you store this dip?

Store it covered in plastic wrap or in an airtight container for 2-3 days. You can even freeze the dip. 

If you love this Hot Cocoa Dip, why not take your chocolate obsession to the next level? Set up a Hot Chocolate Bar for your next party or cozy night in! I’ve put together a free printable Hot Chocolate Bar checklist to make it easy – get it below to keep track of all your cocoa toppings, mix-ins, and must-have treats. It’s the perfect companion to this dip for a fun, chocolate-filled celebration!

Printable Hot Chocolate Bar checklist surrounded by cozy winter decor and mugs of hot cocoa.

Last Bite

Ready to dig in? Whip up this Hot Cocoa Dip, grab a pile of cookies, and turn any night into a snow-day snack fest. Don’t forget to leave a comment and let me know your favorite dippers!

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