Save to Pinterest A festive and fun dessert dip, this platter features a creamy marshmallow dip rolled in coconut snowballs, perfect for kids parties and holiday gatherings.
This dip has quickly become a holiday favorite in my family, loved by kids and adults alike for its sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
- Marshmallow Dip: 200 g cream cheese, softened, 120 g marshmallow fluff, 100 ml heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Snowball Coating: 60 g desiccated coconut
- Dippers: 8 large strawberries, hulled, 1 banana, sliced into thick rounds, 8 apple wedges, 12 mini pretzels, 8 digestive biscuits, halved, 8 large marshmallows
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Step 2:
- Add marshmallow fluff and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- Step 3:
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form, then fold it gently into the marshmallow mixture.
- Step 4:
- Using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, form the dip into 8 round balls.
- Step 5:
- Roll each ball in desiccated coconut to coat them evenly, creating a snowball effect.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the marshmallow snowballs on a large platter.
- Step 7:
- Surround with prepared dippers: strawberries, banana rounds, apple wedges, pretzels, biscuits, and marshmallows.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
Save to Pinterest This dip brings people together at our family parties, sparking lots of smiles and happy memories each year.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, hand mixer or whisk, ice cream scoop or spoon, large platter
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese, heavy cream), contains gluten (biscuits, pretzels), may contain nuts if included in biscuits or pretzels, contains sulfites if using certain dried coconut
Nutritional Information
Calories 220, total fat 10 g, carbohydrates 29 g, protein 3 g per serving
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This marshmallow snowball dip platter is the perfect festive treat that’s easy to prepare and delightful to share.
Questions & Answers
- → How is the marshmallow dip made smooth?
The cream cheese is beaten until smooth before adding marshmallow fluff and vanilla, then heavy cream is whipped and gently folded in to create a creamy texture.
- → What ingredients create the snowball coating?
Desiccated coconut is used to roll the formed dip balls, giving them a snowy appearance and added texture.
- → What are some good dippers to serve with this platter?
Various fresh fruits like strawberries, banana slices, apple wedges, along with pretzels, biscuits, and extra marshmallows provide an appealing combination of flavors and crunch.
- → Can this dish be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can chill the dip balls for up to two hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and enhance the texture.
- → Are there options for dietary substitutions?
Gluten-free biscuits can substitute regular ones to accommodate gluten intolerance, and adding cinnamon can enhance flavor without altering the base.