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Satisfy your chocolate cravings with this rich, creamy, and irresistible Brownie Batter Dip. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this indulgent treat delivers all the flavor of classic brownie batter in a simple dip. It is the perfect easy dessert recipe for holidays, game days, family nights, or anytime you need something sweet fast.
Our kids have been cooking more lately, and while I love watching them learn in the kitchen, I also want it to stay fun rather than just a way to prepare food. When we found the adorable 50 Fixes for Brownie Mixes cookbook by Aimee from Like Mother Like Daughter, it felt perfect for our Friday movie nights and a great way to spark their creativity while spending time together.
We value family time and try to teach our kids that siblings can be best friends, so cooking together has become another meaningful way for them to bond. They can choose any recipe from the book as long as they make it side by side, and their latest creation, brownie batter dip, was incredibly delicious. The whole cookbook is filled with beautiful photos, simple recipes, and so many brownie-inspired treats, which also happens to be Cade’s biggest weakness!
This decadent dessert dip is your new go to when you want a quick appetizer, a fun no bake dessert, or a crowd pleasing treat for a party, potluck, or last minute gathering. Simple to whip up, endlessly dippable, and always delicious, this brownie batter dip is guaranteed to be a favorite on any dessert table.
Brownie Batter Dessert Dip Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this chocolate dessert dip:
- Cream Cheese: full fat, softened to room temperature
- Cool Whip: let it thaw so it’s not frozen and clumpy when you mix it in
- Boxed Brownie Mix: any brand will do but our favorite is Ghirardelli
- Milk: helps thin the dip out
- Mini Chocolate Chips: These are optional but we love the texture it adds
A Note on Cream Cheese
For the richest, creamiest chocolate dip, you’ll want to use full-fat cream cheese that comes in a brick. The cream cheese also needs to come to room temperature before making this easy holiday dessert, otherwise the dip won’t whip up correctly.
How to Make Brownie Batter Dessert Dip
This truly is such an easy dessert dip recipe! It’s great for a simple Valentine’s Day dessert or if you just want a snack for your family movie night, this creamy brownie batter dip is a must!
Exact instructions and measurements are included in the recipe card below, but here’s a brief explanation of how we make this brownie batter dip:
- Cream: Using an electric hand mixer, cream the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix: Add in the Cool Whip.
- Incorporate: Add the brownie mix and milk.
- Fold: Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Serve: Enjoy with your favorite snacks!
An Important Note:
You’ll be adding the boxed brownie mix to the chocolate dessert dip as a dry ingredient. Do NOT add the oil, eggs, or water that the box calls for! Just dump the mix straight from the box into the dip.
What to Serve with Brownie Batter Dessert Dip
You may be tempted to leave out those mini chocolate chips, but do not do it!!! They take the recipe from good to amazing. It breaks up the flavor and I found myself digging for them.
If you don’t like chocolate chips (who are you?!?!), try mixing in crushed Oreos. That would be fabulous! Other delicious mix-ins to try – mini m&m’s, peanut butter chips, Reese’s Pieces, or Heath Bits.
One of the things I love most about this easy chocolate dessert is that it pairs well with just about anything, making it perfect for serving with a variety of dippers. Some of our favorites include pretzels or pretzel chips, cinnamon sugar pita chips, fresh fruit like strawberries, banana, and apple slices, cookies (store-bought or homemade), vanilla wafers, marshmallows, and classic graham crackers.
Storing Brownie Batter Dip
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for up to 4 days but it tastes the best and has the best texture within 24 hours of making it.
Brownie Batter Dip FAQs
We’ve only ever made this edible brownie batter dip recipe as written, so I can’t say for sure. You may be able to use homemade whipped cream in place of the Cool Whip whipped topping but make sure it is stabilized whipped cream so it holds its structure. Please let me know if you try this method!
Yes! This easy party dessert can be made up to one day in advance. You’ll want to wrap it with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.
I’ve never had issues using raw brownie mix, but if you want to be safe, you can heat-treat it.
Oven: Spread the mix on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for about 10 minutes.
Microwave: Heat the mix in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until it reaches 160°F.
Let it cool completely before adding it to the dip.
No, I don’t recommend freezing this chocolate dip. The cream cheese will break down in the freezer and the dip will change texture once thawed.
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of this irresistible brownie batter dip. Perfect for parties or as a quick and easy dessert, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds.
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Watch How to Make Brownie Batter Dip Video
Brownie Batter Dip
Ingredients
- 8 Ounce Cream Cheese, softened
- 8 Ounces Cool Whip
- 18 Ounce Box Brownie Mix, dry
- 2 Tablespoons Milk
- 1 Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
For Dipping
- Graham Crackers
- Pretzels
- Chopped Fruit
Instructions
- In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth.8 Ounce Cream Cheese
- Mix in the Cool Whip until smooth.8 Ounces Cool Whip
- Add in the dry brownie mix and milk.18 Ounce Box Brownie Mix, 2 Tablespoons Milk
- Mix until smooth and fold in chocolate chips, reserving a few for the garnish.1 Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
- Serve immediately or wrap the bowl in saran wrap and store in the fridge up to one day ahead.Graham Crackers, Pretzels, Chopped Fruit
Recipe Notes
- This brownie batter dip will last up to 4 days in the fridge, but is best enjoyed within 24 hours of making it.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Just made this yummy dip to take to a family birthday celebration. Always a favorite, served with fresh strawberries.
Isn’t it so dreamy?! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Is there any issue with the flour in the brownie mix not being cooked in this recipe? In regards to food poisoning? I really want to make this, but don’t want anyone to get I’ll from it.
Hi Kathleen! We have never had an issue with that as it’s so rare, but if you are worried about it, you can bake the dry brownie mix at 180 degrees for 40 minutes beforehand. Enjoy!
I made this with my boyfriend a little while ago, and it was heavenly. I’m going to make it again, but I was wondering, do you have to use cool whip? I was going to make homemade whipped cream to add into the dip. Would that still work?
Yes, it will work, but it won’t hold it’s thickness for long. It would work better if you used stabilized whipped cream. https://ohsweetbasil.com/how-to-make-stabilized-whipped-cream-recipe/
So glad you enjoyed it!
I made it and it was the most loved dish at our “dip day” at work, I mean I was sharing the recipe with everyone !! I’m making this again tonight!
You’ve made my day Kristina! And now you’ve also made me crave this dip! It’s irresistible!
How long will this recipe keep in the refrigerator? This is the first time to make it.
Hi Barbara! It will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Hello, this recipe looks fantastic! I’m going to try it this weekend but I have a couple quick questions.
You’re supposed to mix the cream cheese and the cool whip together with the hand mixer prior to adding the brownie mix, right? Normally, I would mix the brownie mix and the cream cheese together and then fold in the cool whip so it doesn’t lose its fluff. Is there a sciencey or textural reason for mixing in the cool whip with the hand mixer?
Also, I currently only have heavy whipping cream and almond milk in the house. Rather than buying milk for just 2 Tbsp, could I use one of those other alternatives?
Thanks!
I have found that Cool Whip holds up just fine with a hand mixer, but you could use the hand mixer just on the cream cheese and then fold in the Cool Whip. The cream cheese just needs some heavy beating to smooth out. You would use either the heavy cream or the almond milk! Almond milk would be healthier but heavy cream would be my choice! Same measurement for either!
Can you freeze the brownie dip? Just wondering if it will separate when thawed.
Hi Kristi! I wouldn’t recommend it. The cream cheese will break down and separate when it thaws.
We made the brownie dip for our housewarming party this weekend and loved it! We are happy that we had leftovers for the Super Bowl this weekend too. Such a good and easy recipe. We shared the recipe on our blog too!
Oh yay! So glad to hear that and thanks for the kind comment!
You are just killing the dessert game over here, girl! This dip looks SO good- it’s bound to be a hit at the next family party! Yum!
This dip looks perfect and your pictures remind me how much I love it! Thanks for helping with the cookbook review, and I’m so glad your girls could help you in the kitchen with this fun recipe!