introduction
This Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip is a fun, sweet party dip shaped like a football. It is creamy, chocolatey, and easy to make. If you want other easy dessert dips, try this caramel apple cheesecake dip for more ideas.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want a quick, eye-catching dessert for game day or a party. It looks special but takes little time. Kids and adults like the chocolate and cream cheese mix. The dip is easy to move, make ahead, and share.
how to make Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip
Make the creamy base, mix in crushed Oreos, shape it like a football, and add mini chocolate chips and piped laces. Chill to firm it up. The steps are simple and work even if you are not a baker. Read the full directions below and follow each step in order.
Ingredients :
- 15 OREO cookies (crushed)
- 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 C. butter (softened)
- 2 C. powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp. chocolate syrup
- 1 C. mini chocolate chips
Directions :
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric hand or stand mixer for 3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating for another 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Reserve 3-4 tablespoons of this cream cheese mixture for football laces (step 5).
- Mix in chocolate syrup and crushed OREO cookies, until fully combined.
- Transfer the dip mixture to a piece of parchment paper, shaping it into a football. Wrap plastic wrap tightly around the shaped football and refrigerate for at least an hour, until firm.
- Once chilled, remove the plastic wrap and transfer the football dessert dip to a serving plate. Cover the football with mini chocolate chips, pressing them gently to make sure they stick. The cream cheese football should be fully covered so that it’s all brown like a football.
- Transfer the reserved cream cheese mixture (from step 1) to a Ziploc bag or piping bag. Cut off a small corner, and pipe the laces onto the football.
- Serve with your favorite dippers. Some of my favorites are Nilla Wafers, pretzels, and apple slices.
how to serve Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip
Place the football on a plate or board and set bowls of dippers around it. Use round cookies, pretzels, apple slices, or graham crackers for dipping. For more snack pairing ideas you can look at cream cheese bagel ideas to inspire simple serving choices.
how to store Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip
Wrap the football tightly in plastic wrap or put it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not leave the dip out at room temperature more than two hours. You can freeze it up to one month; defrost in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip
- Soften the cream cheese and butter to room temperature so mixing is quick and smooth.
- Crush Oreos finely for an even mix. You can pulse them in a food processor.
- Press mini chocolate chips gently so they stick well.
- Chill the shaped football so it holds form before adding chips and laces.
- For a cleaner lace, chill the reserved cream cheese before piping.
For other small cream cheese desserts and ideas try these cranberry cream cheese bites.
variation (if any)
- Use white chocolate chips or white candy melts for a lighter look.
- Stir in a tablespoon of peanut butter for a peanut butter flavor.
- Mix in mini Oreo pieces instead of full crushed cookies for texture.
- Add a little cocoa powder if you like a stronger chocolate taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes. Make and shape the football, then cover and chill. Finish decorating just before serving if you want the chips extra fresh.
Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: You can, but the dip may be less firm and a bit tangier.
Q: What are good dippers for this dessert?
A: Nilla Wafers, pretzels, apple slices, graham crackers, and vanilla wafers all work well.
Q: Can I make smaller individual footballs?
A: Yes. Make smaller balls and shape each into a mini football for single-serve portions.
Conclusion
For a similar cookies-and-cream idea and more shaping tips, see Oreo Cookies and Cream Cheese Ball Recipe – Shugary Sweets.
Oreo Cream Cheese Football Dip
Ingredients
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric hand or stand mixer for 3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating for another 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Reserve 3-4 tablespoons of this cream cheese mixture for football laces.
- Mix in chocolate syrup and crushed OREO cookies, until fully combined.
- Transfer the dip mixture to a piece of parchment paper, shaping it into a football. Wrap plastic wrap tightly around the shaped football and refrigerate for at least an hour, until firm.
- Once chilled, remove the plastic wrap and transfer the football dessert dip to a serving plate. Cover the football with mini chocolate chips, pressing them gently to make sure they stick.
- Transfer the reserved cream cheese mixture to a Ziploc bag or piping bag. Cut off a small corner, and pipe the laces onto the football.
- Place the football on a plate or board and set bowls of dippers around it. Use round cookies, pretzels, apple slices, or graham crackers for dipping.
- Wrap the football tightly in plastic wrap or put it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- You can freeze it for up to one month; defrost in the fridge before serving.