# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dip
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup molasses
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
→ Dippables
12 - Gingerbread cookies, assorted shapes
13 - Graham crackers
14 - Mini pretzels
15 - Marshmallows
16 - Apple slices
17 - Vanilla wafers
→ Garnish (Optional)
18 - Festive sprinkles
19 - Mini chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add brown sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract; beat until fully incorporated.
03 - Stir in ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, beating until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
05 - Spoon the dip into a serving bowl and optionally decorate with festive sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.
06 - Arrange assorted dippables around the dip on a serving board or platter; serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.
