Brownie Batter Dip Gluten-Free (Printer version)

A creamy, chocolatey spread perfect for dipping fruit, cookies, or pretzels with a gluten-free base.

# 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

# Directions:

01 - Using a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, butter, and peanut butter if using until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add brown sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; beat until fully blended.
03 - Sift cocoa powder into the mixture and stir in fine sea salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Gradually pour in milk while beating until the spread is creamy and suitable for dipping.
05 - Gently fold mini chocolate chips into the mixture for texture.
06 - Transfer to a serving bowl, optionally garnish with extra chocolate chips, and serve with gluten-free dippers like fruit slices or pretzels.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the raw brownie batter flavor without the worry of raw eggs or flour
  • It comes together faster than you can preheat an oven
  • The texture is incredibly smooth and creamy
  • Everyone gathers around the bowl, making it perfect for parties
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will leave you with tiny lumps that no amount of beating will fix
  • Sifting the cocoa powder takes thirty seconds and prevents those dry powdery pockets
  • The dip firms up in the fridge so make it slightly softer than you think you need
  • Letting it sit at room temperature for fifteen minutes before serving makes it even creamier
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale if possible for consistent results every single time
  • Warm your bowl by rinsing it with hot water and drying it thoroughly before adding ingredients
  • For extra richness, replace half the milk with heavy cream or coconut cream
  • A pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper adds unexpected depth that guests will try to identify
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