Brownie Batter Dip Gluten-Free (Print Version)

A creamy, chocolatey gluten-free spread ideal for dipping fruit and snacks.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 teaspoon 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 teaspoon fine sea salt

# Recipe Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and peanut butter (if using) until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add brown sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; beat until fully combined.
03 - Sift in cocoa powder and add sea salt; mix thoroughly until homogeneous.
04 - Gradually add milk, beating continuously until the dip achieves a creamy, dippable texture.
05 - Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to distribute evenly.
06 - Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and optionally garnish with extra chocolate chips. Serve with gluten-free dippers like fruit slices, pretzels, or cookies.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It captures that irresistible brownie batter taste without turning on the oven or waiting for anything to cool.
  • The texture is creamy enough to scoop but thick enough to cling to fruit and cookies without sliding off.
  • You can make it in one bowl with ingredients you probably already have, and it comes together faster than most frostings.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese and butter are not fully softened, you will fight lumps for ten minutes and still end up with a grainy dip—leave them out for at least half an hour.
  • Sifting the cocoa powder makes all the difference between a smooth, velvety dip and one with tiny dry pockets that ruin the texture.
  • The milk amount is flexible, so add it slowly and stop when the dip feels right for dipping—you can always add more, but you cannot take it back.
03 -
  • Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to get the smoothest, fluffiest texture—whisking by hand works, but it takes forever and your arm will regret it.
  • If you want the dip to feel more like actual brownie batter, use less milk and keep it thick enough to hold its shape on a spoon.
  • Always taste before serving and adjust sweetness or salt to your preference, because cocoa powders vary in intensity and some need a little extra sugar or a pinch more salt to balance out.
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