Marshmallow Fluff Christmas Dip Recipe (2024)

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Marshmallow Fluff dip with crushed candy canes makes a delicious way to dip, dip, dip, and enjoy peppermint perfection this holiday season.

Paired up with our traditional Christmas cookie dough dip and chocolate chip cheeseball, these trios of Christmas dips are a surefire win for all your seasonal gatherings.

This fluffy marshmallow dip is a light, feathery, and ultimately sugary cream cheese dip that spreads easily on your plate full of dippables. Try on graham crackers, pretzels, and even apples; peppermint flavoring is the scent and taste of the season.

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Peppermint Fluff Ingredient List

This recipe is provided by a guest author here on Salty Side Dish. Here are the full ingredient list for fluff dip so you can verify what you have on hand before proceeding to full measurement and instructions in the recipe card below.

  • Marshmallow Fluff
  • Cream Cheese
  • Peppermint Extract
  • Crushed Candy Canes
  • Red/Pink food coloring for color
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Want to change up the holiday flavors?

Candy canes come in a variety of amazing flavor ideas this season, and this marshmallow dip can really be mixed up.

To change this dip from peppermint to any other flavor, which might be more appropriate for other holidays outside of Christmas, simply alter your candy cane flavors and the extract to match.

Candy Cane Flavors

How to make Christmas Fluff Dip

  • If you are starting with full size candy canes, add them into a Ziploc bag and crush them into small pieces.
  • You can do this with a rolling pin. You can find crushed candy canes or peppermints often in a baking or candy aisle if you are off season.
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  • In a medium-sized bowl, add the marshmallow fluff, cream cheese, extract, and a few drops of red food coloring.
  • Mix all your creamy ingredients until well combined, and your coloring is even.
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  • Toss in crushed candy canes and mix until combined into the dip, this will leave some chunks in your dip and how fine you grind them prior is what decides how much crunch you get.
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  • Scoop dip into a bowl and top with some extra candy canes for presentation and a bit of candy surprise, it is the holidays after all and carbs don’t count again till January.
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Seasonal Dip Recipes

Looking for other Christmas recipe options that are fun? You could try Christmas Cream Cheese Mints ,Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread, or even Christmas edible cookie dough dip!

While I love sweet desserts, many people really love savory ones! Here are a few savory recipes to get you going:

  • Hot Caprese Dip (cheesy dip)
  • Cowboy Caviar (chunky dip)
  • Deviled Eggs dip (creamy dip)
  • Spinach Dip (veggie dip)

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Marshmallow Fluff Christmas Dip

Author Trisha Haas – Salty Side Dish


Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Marshmallow Fluff dip with crushed candy canes make a delicious way to dip, dip, dip and enjoy peppermint perfection this holiday season. Paired up with our traditional Christmas cookie dough dip and chocolate chip cheeseball, these trios of Christmas dips are a surefire win for all your seasonal gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 7 oz. Marshmallow Fluff
  • 8 oz. Cream Cheese – Softened
  • 1 tsp. Peppermint Extract
  • 1/3 cup Crushed Candy Canes or Peppermints
  • Red/Pink food coloring for color

Instructions

  • If you are starting with full size candy canes, add them into a Ziploc bag and crush them into small pieces.

  • You can do this with a rolling pin. You can find crushed candy canes often in a baking aisle if you are off season.

  • In a medium sized bowl, add the marshmallow fluff, cream cheese, peppermint extract and a few drops of red food coloring.

  • Mix all your creamy ingredients until well combined and your coloring is even and bright

  • Toss in crushed candy canes and mix until combined into the dip, this will leave some chunks in your dip and how fine you grind them prior is what decides how much crunch you get.

  • Scoop dip into a bowl and top with some extra candy canes for presentation and a bit of candy surprise, it is the holidays after all and carbs don’t count again till January.

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Notes

Candy canes come in a variety of amazing flavor ideas this season and this marshmallow dip can really be mixed up.

To change this dip from peppermint to any other flavor, simply alter your candy cane flavors and the extract to match.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Servings | Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 20g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What is the difference between marshmallow cream and marshmallow fluff? ›

While they have similar consistencies and flavor there is one notable difference between creme and fluff. Creme contains cream of tartar while fluff does not, making it ideal for use in fudge. What is a substitute for marshmallow cream? You can make marshmallow cream by melting down marshmallows with corn syrup.

How do you melt marshmallow fluff? ›

Place a small quantity of Fluff in a bowl, then slowly add warm water while mixing with a fork. Or, place 4 heaping tablespoons of Fluff and 3 tablespoons of water in a microwave-safe container, then microwave on high for 15 seconds. Remove and stir.

What is marshmallow fluff good with? ›

What to Do with Marshmallow Fluff Beyond Making a Sandwich
  • Dulce de Leche Fluff Brownies.
  • White Chocolate Creme Dip.
  • Easy Chocolate Fudge.
  • Grilled Banana Bites.
  • Grown-Up S'mores Torte.
  • Spiced Molasses Cupcakes with Marshmallow-Cream Cheese Frosting.
  • Creamy Marshmallow Dip.
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Do you have to refrigerate marshmallow fluff after opening? ›

While it doesn't need to be refrigerated for safety's sake, the company's FAQ (or "Flufferently Asked Questions") notes that storing Fluff in the fridge will make it last even longer at its optimal flavor and consistency.

Does Jet Puffed Marshmallow Cream go bad? ›

Do marshmallow fluff go bad? Yes, they do. But do you know how to tell if marshmallow fluff is bad? An unopened marshmallow fluff can stay as long as eight months, and this also depends if it is stored in a dark and cool environment.

Can you eat marshmallow fluff by itself? ›

Although it is edible straight from the tub, we recommend combining the Marshmallow Fluff with unsalted butter and icing sugar to make our Whoopie Pie filling. Fluff can be very sticky when used on its own, so this makes the consistency easier to pipe and spread as frosting.

Is marshmallow fluff discontinued? ›

Marshmallow Fluff is still produced by the same batch process and celebrating their 100th birthday this month - it's the only marshmallow creme made in this manner. It's what makes Durkee-Mower's product so fluffy, white, and smooth; it's what makes the difference.

Can you toast store bought marshmallow fluff? ›

You can buy a jar of marshmallow creme from the store and toast it just like regular marshmallows. Marshmallow fluff is much softer than a regular marshmallow so it's easy to mix into your buttercream.

How do Americans eat marshmallow fluff? ›

In New England, though, such a search is just as likely to turn up a fluffernutter, the sweet pairing of peanut butter and Marshmallow Fluff slathered on white bread that's long been a favorite in the region's lunchrooms.

What is marshmallow fluff called? ›

Marshmallow creme (also called marshmallow fluff, marshmallow stuff, marshmallow spread, or marshmallow paste) is a marshmallow confectionery spread similar in flavor, but not texture, to regular solid marshmallow.

What does peanut butter and marshmallow fluff taste like? ›

The flavor is sweet and salty, similar to the qualities of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. The peanut butter flavor stands out most of all, but the light texture of the bread and sweet taste of the marshmallow crème blend this sandwich together beautifully.

Can I eat marshmallow fluff past expiration date? ›

Best before means after that date, the product may not taste as good as if it had been consumed within that time. It doesn't mean do not consume. The best thing to do is smell it, taste it, and if tastes fine , it probably is fine.

Can you eat marshmallow fluff on bread? ›

For today's recipe, I am making one of the easiest desserts on the planet – a fluffernutter sandwich. All you gotta do to make this sandwich is spread marshmallow cream and peanut butter on some bread, grill until it gets slightly toasted and then consume.

Why is my marshmallow fluff runny? ›

The marshmallow needs to be whipped till it makes stiff peaks. At this stage, the marshmallow can hold a soft shape for a moment before collapsing back into itself. If the mixture cannot do this, it will be too runny. If you mix past this point, you'll have a thick, rigid that doesn't spread easily in your pan.

Is fluffernutter the same as marshmallow creme? ›

The term fluffernutter can also be used to describe other food items, primarily desserts, that incorporate peanut butter and marshmallow creme. The sandwich was first created in the early 20th century after marshmallow creme, a sweet marshmallow-like spread, was invented in Massachusetts.

What is another name for marshmallow cream? ›

Marshmallow creme (also called marshmallow fluff, marshmallow stuff, marshmallow spread, marshmallow paste, or simply fluff,) is a marshmallow confectionery spread similar in flavor, but not texture, to regular solid marshmallow.

Can I substitute marshmallows for marshmallow cream? ›

ANSWER: 2 cups of mini marshmallows is equivalent to 1 (7-ounce) jar of marshmallow creme. When using marshmallows in place of the creme try adding about a teaspoon of light corn syrup per cup of marshmallows.

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