Whoville Dip (Holiday Dessert Dip)
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If you’re looking for a fun holiday treat that looks like it came straight out of Whoville, this bright green dessert dip is the one.
It’s creamy, sweet, and fluffy with just a hint of cake flavor, and topped with red heart sprinkles for that classic holiday touch. Call it Whoville dip, call it a Christmas snack – either way it’s the kind of fun dessert that everyone will dive into.
This recipe comes together with just a few pantry staples – cake mix, cream cheese, Cool Whip, and milk. A little green food coloring gives it that Christmas holiday color, and the heart sprinkles seal the deal with the whole Whoville vibe.
If you love fun holiday treats, you might also enjoy my Christmas Tree Cake Dip or Santa Fluff Dip with mini marshmallows; both are equally whimsical and perfect for parties.
And of course, if you’re specifically searching for a green dessert dip, I also have a classic Grinch Dip made with canned cherry pie that readers always ask for around this time of year.
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 small tub (8 oz) Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed
- 1/4 cup milk
- Green food coloring
- Red heart sprinkles (or DIY with frosting or fondant hearts)
Serve it with pretzels, graham crackers, or vanilla wafers and watch it disappear.
How to Make Whoville Dip
Heat-treat the cake mix: Place the dry yellow cake mix into a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds to kill any bacteria, then let it cool completely before using. This keeps the dip safe to eat since the mix won’t be baked.
Make the base: Add cooled cake mix, softened cream cheese, and milk to a mixing bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Color it festive: Add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until you reach the shade you like. Gel food coloring gives you the most vibrant color.
Fold in the whipped topping: Using a spatula, gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fluffy and evenly combined. Do not overmix.
Decorate and serve: Spoon the dip into a serving bowl, then sprinkle with Betty Crocker Hollyberry Decor sprinkles, red and green Jimmies, or top with a homemade red candy melt heart. Serve right away with pretzels, graham crackers, or Nilla wafers or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
How to Make Chocolate Red Candy Hearts
- Line a flat surface (like a cutting board or baking sheet) with wax paper.
- Place 5 red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat at 50% power for 15–20 seconds, stirring until smooth. If needed, microwave in additional 10-second intervals at 50% power until fully melted.
- Transfer melted candy into a resealable sandwich bag and snip off one corner. Pipe heart shapes onto the wax paper.
- Let stand at room temperature or refrigerate until fully hardened, then gently peel off and place on the dip.
Serving Ideas
This dip is always a hit on holiday trays and dessert boards. You can pair it with salty pretzels for contrast, or set it out alongside other sweet dips like M&M Reindeer Dip or Gingerbread Dip for variety.
If peppermint is more your style, try my Peppermint Dip.
Storage
Store leftover dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Note that any dip with cream cheese can re-firm in the fridge and it’s helpful to pull out about 15 minutes before serving to soften for easier dipping.
Whoville Dip (Holiday Dessert Dip)
Ingredients
- 15.25 oz yellow cake mix heat treated
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz Cool Whip whipped topping thawed
- 1/4 cup milk
- Green food coloring Wilton “leaf green” recommended
- Red heart sprinkles or homemade candy hearts see below
Instructions
How to make the Whoville Dip
- Place the dry cake mix in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds to kill bacteria. Let it cool completely before moving on.
- Add the cooled cake mix, softened cream cheese, and milk to a mixing bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in green food coloring until you reach your desired shade. Gel food coloring gives the brightest Whoville look.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
- Spoon the dip into a serving bowl. Top with red heart sprinkles or place a homemade candy melt heart in the center. Serve immediately with pretzels, graham crackers, and Nilla wafers, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
How to make a Red Chocolate Heart (optional)
- Line a baking sheet, cutting board, or flat surface with parchment paper.
- Place 5 red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat at 50% power for 15–20 seconds, then stir until smooth. If needed, continue microwaving in 10-second intervals at 50% power until fully melted.
- Transfer the melted candy into a resealable sandwich bag. Snip off one corner and pipe heart shapes onto the wax paper.
- Let the hearts harden completely at room temperature or place in the fridge until firm. Add to dip.
Nutrition
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