Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (45g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy cream

Instructions:

  1. Place the 225g of softened cream cheese and 115g of softened butter into a large glass bowl.
  2. Beat with an electric mixer on medium high for 3 minutes until the mixture turns pale ivory and looks like whipped cream. Note: This aeration is what makes the dip light instead of heavy.
  3. Turn the mixer to the lowest setting to avoid a dust storm.
  4. Slowly add the 240g of sifted sugar and 45g of sifted cocoa powder.
  5. Add the 5ml of vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp of fine sea salt once the powders are mostly incorporated.
  6. Turn the speed back up to medium and beat for 1 minute until the surface looks glossy and perfectly smooth.
  7. Check the thickness; if it feels too stiff, add the 15ml of heavy cream and pulse the mixer.
  8. Stop the mixer and remove the beaters.
  9. Fold in the 90g of mini chocolate chips using a spatula until they are evenly distributed through the dark batter.
  10. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately at room temperature. | Problem | Cause | Fix | |---------|-------|-----| | Lumpy bits | Cold cream cheese | Microwave for 5 second bursts (carefully) | | Gritty texture | Skipped sifting | Sift sugar/cocoa next time; no quick fix | | Too runny | Over mixing or heat | Chill in fridge for 20 mins to firm up | If you enjoy the process of making these layered, creamy desserts, you really should try a [layered strawberry treat](https://fordailyrecipes.com/recipes/no-bake-strawberry-lush/). It uses a similar cream cheese base but adds a fruity dimension that is perfect for summer gatherings. French Silk Pie Recipe: Chocolate Mousse Perfection — Master this french silk pie recipe for a velvety chocolate experience. Featur...Chocolate Strawberry Brownies: Oven-Only Crispy Baked — Master Chocolate Strawberry Brownies with our technique to avoid soggy fruit....German Chocolate Frosting for 10 People — Master German Chocolate Frosting with our time-honored recipe, rich with toas... $img_2$