3 Ingredient Hot Cocoa Dip Recipe

This easy 3 ingredient hot cocoa dip recipe takes five minutes to whip up and is a delicious dessert for the holidays!  It is a great no bake Christmas recipe that both kids and adults will enjoy!

bowl of hot cocoa dip on the counter with a graham cracker and toppings

If you are looking for a super easy dessert recipe for your next holiday party you have found it! This hot cocoa dip is fluffy, creamy, hard to stop eating and only takes a few simple ingredients.  It is a fun sweet treat for movie nights and Christmas parties and tastes like a cup of hot chocolate fluff.

Top with sprinkles or mini marshmallows and serve it with your favorite cookies for an easy holiday dessert!

​Ingredients

  • Marshmallow Creme
  • Whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • Hot cocoa mix – store bought or a homemade hot cocoa mix would be delicious
  • Optional Toppings: mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint, holiday m&m’s, sprinkles, marshmallow bits
bowl of hot chocolate dip on the counter with a graham cracker, festive paper and cookies next to it

Directions

In a large bowl add the marshmallow fluff and whipped topping and use a stand mixer or hand mixer to blend together.

Add the hot chocolate packets and mix until creamy. 

​Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve! 

close up of hot chocolate dip recipe with mini marshmallows, sprinkles and crushed peppermint sticks on top

Serve with:

  • graham crackers
  • fresh fruit – apple slices or strawberries would be good
  • shortbread cookies
  • vanilla wafers
  • animal crackers
  • pretzels
  • chocolate chip cookies
bowl of hot cocoa dip on a plate with cookies and graham crackers

Storage

Keep your leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.  

I don’t recommend freezing this dip.

Why You’ll Love This 3-Ingredient Hot Cocoa Dip:

  • Quick & Easy:  This sweet dip can be made in 5 minutes with no ingredients to prep or anything to bake.  It is a super easy recipe to make for a last minute dessert in the holiday season.  
  • Make Ahead: It is easy to make this dip ahead of time and serve the next day! 
hand scooping up hot chocolate dip in front of a bowl of the dip

Tips & Variations:

  • Add additional flavors – use flavored hot cocoa mix packets for fun flavor variations.  You could also add a sprinkle of cinnamon in with the hot cocoa packets. 
  • Add an extract – add in a dash of peppermint extract or vanilla extract for some extra flavor 
  • Substitute half of the whipped topping for 4 oz cream cheese at room temperature to make an even creamier dip with a cheesecake flavor.  
  • Make it festive with your toppings- This hot cocoa dip is perfect for holiday parties! Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup or a few crushed-up candy canes on top for a little color and a simple festive touch.  

If you enjoyed this easy hot chocolate dip recipe I would love if you could leave a star rating or comment below – thank you! 

3 Ingredient Hot Cocoa Dip

3 Ingredient Hot Cocoa Dip

Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Whip up a batch of this 3 ingredient hot cocoa dip for a delicious and easy no bake dessert for your next Christmas party!

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
  • 7 oz marshmallow fluff
  • 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (three 1 oz packages)

  • Optional Toppings: Mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, sprinkles
  • Serve with: Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, apples or animal crackers

Instructions

  1. Whip the marshmallow fluff and whipped topping together with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined.
  2. Add the hot chocolate packets and mix on medium speed until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Serve immediately or keep in refrigerator until ready to serve. Serve with graham crackers.

Notes

If the hot chocolate tastes gritty continue mixing until dissolved. Letting it rest for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator also helps dissolve the hot cocoa and makes it creamy.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 340Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 202mgCarbohydrates: 62gFiber: 2gSugar: 46gProtein: 3g

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