Chocolate Fruit Dip is light, creamy, and full of rich chocolate flavor. Made with whipped cream, cream cheese, and Nutella, itโs totally perfect with fresh fruit!
authorโs note
My Most-Made Dip, Now in Chocolate
This Cream Cheese Fruit Dip is one of my most-made recipes because itโs so quick to throw together and is always the biggest hit when I bring it to a get-together. It truly could not be easier. So a chocolate version felt inevitable. Once the idea popped into my head, I couldnโt let it go.
If you know me, you know Iโm obsessed with Nutella. I always joke that my last meal could be Teddy Grahams dipped in Nutella. So I knew I had to add it into this dip. And let me tell you, that was the game changer. It makes this the best chocolate fruit dip ever!
If you need an easy dessert that feels a little special but takes almost no effort, this is it. Itโs creamy, chocolatey, and perfect with all your favorite fruit.
Chocolate Fruit Dip Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swap or Tip |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese | Use brick-style, full-fat for the creamiest texture. Make sure itโs fully softened so the dip stays smooth with no lumps. |
| Nutella | Hereโs the secret to that rich chocolate flavor: a good-quality hazelnut chocolate spread! Nutella is the most well-known option and gives a great flavor. |
| Heavy cream | Whip it separately to create a light, airy texture in this Chocolate Fruit Dip. |
| Powdered sugar | Just enough to lightly sweeten without overpowering the chocolate flavor. |
| Vanilla extract & salt | The vanilla adds warmth and the salt helps balance the sweetness. |
How To Make Chocolate Fruit Dip
- Soften cream cheese: Soft cream cheese blends smoothly and prevents lumps.
- Beat cheese and sugar: Mix until smooth, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add Nutella: Beat until creamy and fully combined.
- Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla and salt to stiff peaks.
- Fold: Gently fold whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
- Serve: Transfer to a bowl and top with graham cracker crumbs or chocolate chips.
Quick Tip
How to soften cream cheese: Remove from packaging and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 15 seconds, flip, then microwave another 10 to 15 seconds until soft but not melted. Time will vary by microwave.
Chelseaโs Notes
Best Things To Dip?
A better question, what can you NOT dip in this chocolate fruit dip?! ๐
- Fresh fruit: Strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, bananas.
- Storeโbought cookies: Oreos, Nutter Butters, Pirouettes, Milanos, Girl Scout Cookies, or graham crackers.
- Homemade cookies: These Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are my favorite!
- Other treats: Cubed pound cake, cubed Rice Krispie Treats, Brownie Bites, large marshmallows, or pretzels.
Tips for Chocolate Dip with Fruitย
- Dry fruit well: Moisture prevents the dip from sticking. Let fruit dry completely after washing.
- Skewer small berries: A toothpick makes dipping easy and mess-free.
- Add chocolate chips: Mix in mini chocolate chips like i did it this chocolate chip dip.
Storage
This Chocolate Fruit Dip lasts up to 4 days, tightly covered in the fridge. It will thicken as it sits. If it separates, give it a quick stir to recombine.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese full-fat, softened, see note 1
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup Nutella or other hazelnut-chocolate spread
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/16 teaspoon salt
- Serving suggestions see note 2
Instructionsย
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed. Add the Nutella and beat until fully combined.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or in a separate bowl using a hand mixer, whip the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the Nutella mixture using a spatula. Fold just until fully combined and smooth. Do not over-mix.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Arrange fruit and dippers around the bowl. For easy serving, skewer small berries with toothpicks. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
