8ounceswhipped toppingalso known as cool whip, thawed (see notes)
3/4cupchocolate chipssemi-sweet, milk chocolate, or dark - more or less depending on your preference
Instructions
Heat Treat the Brownie Mix
Microwave 1 box brownie mix in a bowl for 90 seconds, whisking every 15 seconds. Or, spread it on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Get prepped
Thaw the cool whip.
Remove the 8 ounces cream cheese from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature.
Make the base
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it's smooth and creamy.
Gradually incorporate the dry brownie mix into the cream cheese, continuing to beat until well combined.
Add Cool Whip
Carefully fold in the thawed 8 ounces whipped topping, ensuring the mixture is even in consistency.
Fold in Chocolate Chips
Add 3/4 cup chocolate chips (using more or less depending on your preference) folding them into the mixture so they're evenly distributed.
Check for consistency and taste.
If you find the dip to be too thick, add a splash of milk or cream to achieve your desired consistency.
If you want the dip to be sweeter, mix in some powdered sugar a little at a time, tasting as you go until you reach your desired level of sweetness.
Chill
While this dip can be eaten right away, chilling it in the refrigerator for an hour or more will allow the flavors to meld and will give the dip a firmer texture.
Serve
Pair the dip with your preferred dippers like pretzels, strawberries, graham crackers, vanilla wafers.
Notes
Thawing Cool Whip: If you move it from the freezer to the refrigerator, it might take 4-5 hours or overnight. For quicker thawing, you can leave it on the countertop for about an hour. Softening Cream Cheese: This usually takes about 30-60 minutes at room temperature.