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    Home » Recipes » Appetizer Recipes

    Festive Gingerbread Dip

    Published: Sep 28, 2024 · Modified: Mar 31, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Gingerbread Dip is a rich and decadent Christmas dip that I love to make as part of our holiday spread. It works great with various snacks as dippers and guests always devour it. If you love gingerbread and cheesecake flavors, this is the perfect recipe for you to try.

    A bowl of gingerbread dip with a cookie dipping into the bowl.

    The molasses adds a complex and robust flavor that compliments the spices such as ginger and clove. It helps to provide the authentic gingerbread cookie flavor. Combined with the tangy cream cheese, you have a well-balanced Christmas cookie dip.

    If you like sweet dip recipes, you will love Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip and Caramel Apple Dip.

    Why You’ll Love This Gingerbread Dip Recipe

    • No-bake dessert: This gingerbread cheesecake dip doesn’t require cooking or baking.
    • Quick preparation: You may whip this recipe up in about 5 minutes and then serve it!
    • Party favorite: If you’re a Christmas dessert dips fan, add this one to your list. It’s always a hit!

    Ingredients

    Here is everything you need to make this gingerbread Christmas party dip. All of the ingredients may be found at any grocery store all year round so you can enjoy it any time of year.

    Gingerbread dip ingredients on the table before mixing.
    • Cream cheese: This adds richness and tangy flavor to the dip — giving it cheesecake flavor. Ensure the cream cheese is softened before you mix it so it’s nice and smooth.
    • Molasses: One of the key ingredients of gingerbread cookies is molasses. It adds that classic robust flavor.
    • Sugar: To further play off the flavor of the molasses, I add brown sugar instead of white sugar. 
    • Spices: I use ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. These are the same spices used in ginger cookies.
    • Cool Whip: So the dip is extra fluffy, I fold in Cool Whip. Do not use canned whipped cream as it will not hold up the same.

    See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

    Variations

    • Chocolate: Fold in mini chocolate chips for added texture and richness.
    • Marshmallow: Add mini marshmallows or marshmallow fluff for a holiday twist.
    • Maple: Swap half of the molasses for maple syrup for a different flavor profile.

    How to Make Gingerbread Cookie Dip

    In just a few minutes, you will have an amazing gingerbread dip for graham crackers, cookies, and more. All you have to do is mix the ingredients and it’s ready!

    A mixing bowl with beaten cream cheese.

    Step 1: Beat the cream cheese. Add the cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until it's fluffy.

    Molasses, powdered sugar, and brown sugar added to the cream cheese.

    Step 2: Add molasses, sugar, and spices. Then, beat in the molasses, brown sugar, and powdered sugar. Once those ingredients are fully combined, add the spices and mix them in thoroughly.

    Whipped cream added to the gingerbread cream cheese mixture.

    Step 3: Fold in Cool Whip. Use a rubber spatula to fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.

    Gingerbread dip mixed together in a bowl.

    Step 4: Serve. Transfer it to a serving dish and enjoy or store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to eat it.

    ⭐️ Hint: You may use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese. If you don’t have either, a whisk will work as well.

    If you love holiday dessert recipes like this one you may also enjoy Gingerbread Ice Cream.

    A bowl of gingerbread dip surrounded by gingerbread men cookies.

    Serving Suggestions

    Keep it light and enjoy it with fruit like apple slices or strawberries.

    Cookies make great dippers for this recipe. You may even scoop gingerbread dip and make a cookie sandwich! Some of my favorites for this are Toffee Shortbread Cookies and Dark Chocolate Cookies.

    Graham crackers, pretzels, vanilla wafers, and even Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers are also tasty.

    Gingerbread cheesecake dip in a bowl with holiday sprinkles and a gingerbread man standing in it.

    Recipe Tips

    • Storage directions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir it before serving!
    • Use homemade whipped cream: Whip heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks and use that in place of Cool Whip if you like.
    • Add a festive garnish: Try finishing this festive Christmas party dip with red and green sprinkles or crushed gingersnaps.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I make this dip vegan-friendly?

    Yes. Use vegan cream cheese and plant-based whipped topping to make this recipe vegan-friendly

    Can I freeze leftover gingerbread dip?

    As it thaws, the gingerbread dip will begin to separate and become watery so I don’t recommend storing it in the freezer.

    Can I prepare the dip ahead of time?

    Sure! I recommend leaving off any garnishes or decorations until right before you serve.

    Gingerbread cream cheese dip on a board with cookies and graham crackers.

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    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Gingerbread dip with a hand dipping a gingerbread man in it.

    Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip

    Karin and Ken
    This creamy Gingerbread Dip tastes exactly like a classic gingerbread cookie mixed with cheesecake. It’s a delectable holiday dip that’s perfect for Christmas.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 75 kcal

    Equipment

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • large bowl
    • Hand mixer
    • Rubber spatula

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 brick (8 oz) cream cheese full fat, room temperature
    • ½ cup molasses
    • ¼ cup light brown sugar firmly packed
    • 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1 cup cool whip from a tub not a can

    For Serving

    • graham crackers
    • gingerbread cookies
    • apple slices
    • pretzels
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
    • Add molasses, light brown sugar and powdered sugar and blend for another minute, then add spices and repeat.
    • Fold in cool whip until combined.
    • Serve immediately or chilled.

    Notes

    • Use homemade whipped cream: Whip heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks and use that in place of Cool Whip if you like.
    • Add a festive garnish: Try finishing this festive Christmas party dip with red and green sprinkles or crushed gingersnaps.
    • Storage directions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir it before serving!
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 12mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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