Brownie Batter Dip Gluten-Free (Print Version)

Creamy, chocolatey dip with gluten-free ingredients, ideal for pairing with fruits and crunchy snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (optional)

→ Sweeteners

04 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
05 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Chocolate

07 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
08 - 1/3 cup gluten-free mini chocolate chips

→ Dairy

09 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Salt

10 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

# How To:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, unsalted butter, and peanut butter (if using) together until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add brown sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.
03 - Sift in the cocoa powder and add the fine sea salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is homogeneous.
04 - Gradually add milk while beating until the dip achieves a smooth, dippable texture.
05 - Gently fold in the gluten-free mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
06 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnish with additional chocolate chips if desired, and offer alongside gluten-free dippers such as fruit slices, pretzels, or cookies.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under ten minutes because sometimes dessert shouldn't require a long to-do list.
  • The gluten-free guarantee means everyone at the table can grab a pretzel and dip without worry.
  • It tastes decadent but feels light enough that you don't have that heavy brownie guilt afterward.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese isn't soft enough, the mixture will break and look separated—let it sit out for at least thirty minutes before you start, or microwave it in five-second bursts until it's spreadable.
  • Cocoa powder is not your friend if you dump it in all at once; sift it or whisk it in gradually, otherwise you'll spend ten minutes breaking up little cocoa clumps.
03 -
  • Cold dips are better dips—chill it for at least an hour before serving if you have time, because the flavors become sharper and the texture becomes more luxurious.
  • If you're making this for someone with dietary restrictions, double-check every label because gluten hides in surprising places like some cocoa powders and chocolate chips.
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