St Patricks Mint Chocolate Chip (Printable)

Creamy mint-flavored dip with chocolate chips, ideal for festive St Patricks gatherings.

# What you need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup heavy cream
03 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Sweeteners

04 - ½ cup granulated sugar
05 - ¼ cup powdered sugar

→ Flavorings & Color

06 - 1 teaspoon pure mint extract
07 - ⅛ teaspoon green food coloring
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

09 - ⅔ cup mini chocolate chips

→ For Serving

10 - Graham crackers, chocolate cookies, vanilla wafers, or fresh fruit

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until well combined.
03 - Pour in the heavy cream and mint extract, then beat until the mixture is fluffy and light.
04 - If using green food coloring, add it and mix until the desired festive shade is reached.
05 - Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dip.
06 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra mini chocolate chips or green sugar if desired.
07 - Serve immediately with dippers of your choice, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy—ready in just 10 minutes with no baking required
  • Festive and fun—perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations and parties
  • Creamy and indulgent—smooth cream cheese and butter base with refreshing mint
  • Versatile serving options—pairs beautifully with cookies, crackers, or fresh fruit
  • Customizable—adjust mint intensity and color to your preference
02 -
  • Always use softened cream cheese and butter—microwave for 10-15 seconds if needed, but don't melt
  • Beat the mixture until fluffy to incorporate air for the best texture
  • Start with less food coloring—you can always add more to deepen the green shade
  • Fold in chocolate chips gently to avoid breaking them and turning the dip gray
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving if you prefer a firmer, more scoopable consistency
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
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