Peanut butter dip makes the perfect afternoon snack or healthy dessert. Dip it, smear it. Just plain love it. Because chocolate and peanut butter just go together like yum, oh, yum.
Peanut Butter Dip is definitely one of our go-tos when it comes to satisfying our peanut butter and chocolate cravings. It will be your favorite too, we promise.
Peanut Butter Dip 101
Just 5 ingredient to make this magical dip. What’s not to love about that?
What do I need to make peanut butter dip? Cream cheese, powdered peanut butter, mini chocolate chips (you can use sugar free if desired, more on that below), confectioner’s sugar, and vanilla extract.
What’s the nutritional value of powdered peanut butter? Natural peanut butter is great, of course. But the value of peanut butter in powdered form is a serious cut in calories without sacrificing flavor, fiber and protein. Two tablespoons of peanut butter are around 190 calories, whereas powdered peanut butter is around 45. That’s a HUGE difference!
Can you make this low carb? YES. It’s really simple to make this low carb but simple swapping the powdered sugar with sugar-free powdered swerve (affiliate link) and then using sugar-free chocolate chips or low carb chocolate using That’s Low Carb’s recipe.
What does peanut better dip taste like? Like our inner child, dancing around without a care in the world. Seriously though, this dip tastes a lot like peanut butter cookie dough. And happiness.
Dip it real good
There are so many options for this peanut butter dip, we’d like to share a few of our favorites with you!
- Spoon it. Just a spoonful to savor allllll by itself. So. Good.
- Apple slices are a fabulous choice, especially if they are a little chilled. Something about chilled apples just makes it SO much better. Pretty much any fruit is going to taste great with this dip.
- Graham crackers are great as well! Check out these Keto Graham Crackers
- Celery is the unexpected solid choice. If you love peanut butter and raisins on celery, you will DEFINITELY dig this dip.
- Pita chips are a crunchy dip-worthy option as well.
How to serve this dip … be the talk of the party
This dip is especially well suited for a party environment and it sure to have your guests talking!
We love using this as the centerpiece for a party platter. Providing an assortment of the dip-ables above makes it a one-size fits all kind of dip.
If you’d like to bring a pair of dips to keep guests over the moon, we love this Brownie Batter Hummus as well. Coincidentally, it also goes well with all the aforementioned dip-ables.
Store, savor and save
As with any food that has dairy in its DNA, you’re going to want to store your dip in the refrigerator, preferably in an airtight container. Your dip will last up to a week when properly stored in the refrigerator.
One question that comes up: Can I freeze peanut butter dip? Answer: You can try, but you’re probably not going to like it.
Here’s why. Cream cheese is freezable, but it most definitely alters the texture, making it less creamy/more crumbly. To be perfectly honest, we wouldn’t freeze this dip (if we could even get it to last/resist the temptation to eat it all in the first place.) This is better for a make and take/enjoy type of recipe. This just means you have to put it in your weekly rotation. 😉
Other recipes you might enjoy:
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons powdered peanut butter
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 Tablespoons confectioner's sugar, ( or sugar-free alternative)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips, ( or sugar-free alternative)
Instructions
- Add powdered peanut butter and water to a small mixing bowl and use a spoon to stir until combined.
- Add cream cheese, confectioner's sugar, and vanilla extract and stir until well combined. (I used an electric hand mixer, but a large mixing spatula will also work).
- Stir in the chocolate chips and serve with graham crackers, cookies, sliced apples, celery, or eat it straight from a spoon!
Recipe Nutrition
Take a look at all of these other amazing chocolate peanut butter recipes!
Tagalong Dip by Liz from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
Funky Monkey Banana Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls by Brianne from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
I can’t decide which one I want to make first. Which sounds the tastiest to you?
Natalie says
Have you ever made it with fat free cream cheese? Is it still any good? Or nonfat plain Greek yogurt?
Lindsay says
We’ve 100% made it with fat free cream cheese and it’s really good. 🙂
Tiffany says
I’m counting calories, can you tell me the nutritional facts and the serving size please. It looks delicious.
Chef Bec says
Hi Tiffany,
I don’t usually include nutritional information because it can vary greatly depending on which brand of ingredients are used. However, in this case, the recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving has 158 calories, 19 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of fat, 9 grams of protein, 16 grams of sugar, and 364 mg of sodium.
There’s a really great nutritional calculator on the MyFitnessPal website that I use a lot. You can get a free account and they have a mobile app, too! I hope you like this dip recipe!
laura says
This would make a great dessert for a back packing trip using yogurt as cream cheese it is a little more stable without refrigeration and could survive until the second night before combining the ingredients. Thank you.
Chef Becca says
That sounds like a great idea, Laura! I hope you enjoy the peanut butter dip recipe!
Chris says
Ohhhhhh man this would totally be dangerous at my house! …because I’d probably down the whole entire bowl in like 5.8 seconds. Actually, I’m thinking this needs to happen. #worthit
Chef Becca says
Chris, my friend… the calories in this peanut butter dip are totally worth walking a couple of laps around the block for. Besides, you need to store up all of the excess energy you can, because pretty soon, you’ll be singing the “sleepless new parent” blues as you try to form coherent sentences during the day! 🙂
CakeSpy says
This looks awesome – I am so glad it’s health food! 🙂
Chef Becca says
Hehe… Always happy to help a friend, Jessie! 🙂
Jennie says
Wow! This dip needs to happen…ASAP! Pinned.
Sarah says
This wouldn’t make it to dip stage… it would meet my spoon in short order
Amanda says
This dip looks amazing!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
A few years ago I had several jars of powdered peanut butter in my pantry. I really need to stock up again. I loved it and love the sounds of your dip.
Nancy says
Chef Becca, I’ve never heard of powdered peanut butter before. How cool is that?! This dip looks rich, creamy ‘n decadent – perfect for planting my face in! 😉
Arman says
Becca, I’m not going to lie. I’d eat the whole damn dip with a spoon. Then I’ll eat a salad and call it a balanced meal.
Chef Becca says
And that, sweet Arman, is why you’re a freaking culinary genius! I love the way you think!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
I’m dreaming about all the good things to dip into this spread!
Laura says
Becca – it’s as if a cannoli met a Reese’s peanut butter cup and they decided to go on a diet together:) What fun! Although I have to admit I’m tempted by the full-fat version, slathered on a chocolate cookie.
Chef Becca says
You know what, Laura? I’ve never had a cannoli, so if it tastes anything like this dip, I need to try one ASAP! P.S. Chocolate cookies and a full fat version of this dip? YES, please!
Carla says
I’m such a sucker for a cream cheese based dip, especially when chocolate and peanut butter are involved. Pass me a spoon! 😀
Chef Becca says
Carla, every time I see you post a cream cheese dip, I always think it’s the greatest idea ever! This was the first truly sweet dip I’ve made, and I am NOT regretting the decision!
Kelsey says
ive got some crackers and im ready to dip in. oh and strawberries too. i cant believe this is low fat, you’re killing me with how bad i want this!
Chef Becca says
Oooo, I hadn’t thought of strawberries for this dip, but Kelsey, that’s an awesome idea!
Jay DeMay says
Yum!! This looks so good! I love peanut butter and apples together so this looks like the perfect dip!
Chef Becca says
Thanks so much, Jay! It’s quick and easy and OH so yummi! 😉
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
omigosh this would totally KILL at any party!
Chef Becca says
Considering how quickly hubs and I gobbled it up, I think you’re right, Kayle!
Erin says
Of all the dessert dips I’ve ever made, peanut butter dip was obviously the best. Great idea to make it slightly less sinful.
Chef Becca says
I have to agree, Erin. This was the first time I went for a sweet dip, and now I’m afraid there’s no turning back!
Lisa says
What a quick and easy treat! This would be perfect for parties!
Chef Becca says
Quick and easy is the only way to go when you need a snack fast, Lisa!
Coleen says
Interesting! I’ve never heard of powdered peanut butter. How does the flavor compare with traditional peanut butter?
Chef Becca says
Coleen, I’m one of those people who’s skeptical of all new products I come across and I have a very picky palate, but let me tell you… this stuff is amazing! It’s all-natural. All they did was press the oil out of the peanuts and reduce what was left into a powder, so it’s essentially peanut flour. You mix it with a little water to turn it into thick peanut butter without all of the fat. I absolutely love it, and I bet you will, too!
Janette says
Yeah, low fat means we can eat more, right? Give me a spoon I want to dive right in, looks so good.
Chef Becca says
Yes, as a matter of fact, low fat DOES mean we can eat more and not feel guilty, Janette! Here’s your spoon… dig in!
Karen says
Never made it before but I’ve tried it the full fat way. Looking forward to trying it your way.
Chef Becca says
Healthy or full fat, this dip is where it’s at, Karen. I hope you’ll give it a try!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
Dang lady – this dip sounds wonderful! I’ve always been curious about powdered PB – you sure made good use of it – though – this is more than a snack – I say lets have this for breakfast! 🙂
Chef Becca says
Thanks, Sweetness! I bought the PB2 ages ago and was really reluctant to try it, because I’m such a HUGE peanut butter lover, but then I realized that it’s just pressed peanuts.. it’s peanut butter without the fat, girly! It’s SO worth buying. I added it to my oatmeal this morning and went straight to PB heaven.
Stacy says
I’ve heard tell of powdered peanut butter but have never actually seen it on store shelves. Did you order it online, Becca? That dip looks marvelous!
Chef Becca says
Stacy, I ordered the powdered peanut butter from Amazon, but I’ve also seen it at health food stores. It’s so worth buying! If you click on the hyperlink in my recipe, it’ll take you to the product I bought.
Liz says
We were on the same wavelength today, except you’ve given me a healthy alternative!!! Thanks, Becca!!!
Chef Becca says
I can’t wait to check out your version, Liz! Coming over shortly 🙂
Taylor says
So excited to see you using powdered peanut butter! I LOVE that stuff…which means that, this dip? I NEED IT ALL! Pinning!
Chef Becca says
Oh girly, I am so happy that I took the plunge into powdered peanut butter! I added it to my oatmeal yesterday and went straight to peanut butter heaven!
Renee says
I’d be eating celery every day if this dip was around.
Chef Becca says
welcome to my world, Renee. Celery never tasted so good! 🙂