Can I make Christmas Sugar Cookie Dip ahead of time?

Yes! This is a great make-ahead Christmas dessert. Prepare the dip up to one day in advance, place it in an airtight container, and refrigerate. When you're ready to serve, transfer it to a decorative bowl and add the reserved holiday sprinkles.

Does Christmas Sugar Cookie Dip need to be refrigerated?

Yes. Because this recipe contains cream cheese and whipped topping, it should be stored in the refrigerator. Keep it chilled before serving and return leftovers to the refrigerator promptly.

Can I use regular vanilla extract instead of clear vanilla flavoring?

Absolutely. Regular vanilla extract works as a substitute and provides a delicious vanilla flavor. However, it may slightly change the color of the finished dip. Clear vanilla flavoring is preferred when you want to maintain a lighter appearance.

Christmas Sugar Cookie Dip (Easy 5-Minute Dessert)

Name: Christmas Sugar Cookie Dip
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1½ teaspoons clear vanilla flavoring; ½ teaspoon almond extract; 1½ cups powdered sugar; 1 cup whipped topping, thawed; 2.3 ounces holiday jimmies sprinkles, divided (¼ cup for mixing and 2 tablespoons for topping); Graham crackers and whole strawberries, for serving

Description

This Christmas Sugar Cookie Dip is a creamy, fluffy, no-bake holiday dessert with classic frosted sugar cookie flavor. Made with cream cheese, vanilla, almond extract, powdered sugar, whipped topping, and festive Christmas sprinkles, it takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Serve it with graham crackers, strawberries, cookies, or pretzels for an easy party treat.

Ingredients

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8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1½ teaspoons clear vanilla flavoring
½ teaspoon almond extract
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup whipped topping, thawed
2.3 ounces holiday jimmies sprinkles, divided (¼ cup for mixing and 2 tablespoons for topping)
Graham crackers and whole strawberries, for serving

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Instructions

Using a stand mixer or handheld electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the softened cream cheese for 1 to 1½ minutes until smooth and creamy.
Add the clear vanilla flavoring and almond extract. Continue mixing for approximately 30 seconds until combined.
Add the powdered sugar and beat for 1½ to 2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and well incorporated.
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping using a spatula until light and fluffy.
Fold in ¼ cup of holiday jimmies sprinkles. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Just before serving, sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of holiday jimmies over the top. Serve chilled with graham crackers, whole strawberries, cookies, or your favorite dipping snacks.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.
Use clear vanilla flavoring rather than regular vanilla extract for a lighter-colored dip.
Fold in the whipped topping gently to maintain a light and fluffy consistency.
Use holiday jimmies sprinkles rather than nonpareils because nonpareils may bleed their colors into the dip.
You can substitute other colorful jimmies to customize the dip for different holidays and celebrations.
Reserve some sprinkles for decorating the top just before serving.
Make ahead: Prepare the dip up to one day in advance and refrigerate in a covered container.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing is not recommended because the texture may change after thawing.
Serve with graham crackers, strawberries, apple slices, vanilla wafers, pretzels, or gingerbread cookies.
Keep refrigerated and do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: ½ cup
Calories: 392 kcal
Sugar: 53 g
Sodium: 154 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: Not specified
Carbohydrates: 54 g
Fiber: Not specified
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 46 mg