Healthier chocolate chip peanut butter dip isn’t loaded with fat or excess calories, but it’s definitely loaded with flavor! This low fat dip makes the perfect afternoon snack or dessert. Dip in with graham crackers, fruit slices, or just eat it straight from a spoon! It’s one of my favorite low fat recipes and it’s a Weight’s Watcher’s friendly dip!
If you’ve been around this blog for a while, you may remember that March 25th is Chocolate Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut butter and chocolate fans, this is a post you’ll definitely want to bookmark, Pin, and share with your friends!
Last year, I celebrated with a big group of my blogging friends. I made delicious, bite sized chocolate peanut butter pretzel doughnuts.
The event was such a success that the hostesses, Carla (from Chocolate Moosey) and Miriam (from Overtime Cook) have decided to hold the 2nd annual Chocolate Peanut Butter Day celebration! This year, we have 28 bloggers participating, so there are enough peanut butter recipes to keep your stomach happy for quite some time!
My recipe for healthier chocolate chip peanut butter dip is the kind of snack that is so easy to put together, you can be enjoying it in less than 5 minutes. Oh, and it uses just 5 basic ingredients!
Peanut Butter Dip Recipe Variations
If you don’t want to make the low fat version, no worries! You can make it with full fat cream cheese and regular peanut butter, as long as you don’t mind the extra fat and calories.
Weight Watchers Freestyle Recipe:
To make this a Weight Watcher’s friendly dip recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- fat free cream cheese
- powdered peanut butter (I use )
- mini chocolate chips – I used traditional Toll House mini chocolate chips, but if you can find sugar free mini chips, you can have 1/4 cup of this dip for less than 2 points!
Whichever way you decide to make it, this low fat peanut butter dip makes the perfect healthy afternoon snack or dessert.
For more delicious chocolate and peanut butter recipes, scroll down. But first…
How to Make Low Fat Peanut Butter Dip
Low Fat Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Dip
Delicious creamy peanut butter dip with mini chocolate chips, made with low fat cream cheese and powdered peanut butter
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons powdered peanut butter
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 8 ounces fat free cream cheese softened
- 2 Tablespoons confectioner's sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
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 Notes
If you're not concerned about keeping the fat and calories low, this recipe can be made with equal amounts of traditional, full fat cream cheese and regular peanut butter.
WEIGHT WATCHERS FREESTYLE SMART POINTS - 1/4 cup = 2.5 points
Take a look at all of these other amazing chocolate peanut butter recipes!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites by Carla from Chocolate Moosey
Peanut Butter Cup Cookies by Miriam from Overtime Cook
{Healthy} Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bars by Kayle from The Cooking Actress
Chocolate Drizzled Peanut Butter Tiger Paws by Renee from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cake by Erin from The Spiffy Cookie
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie by Lisa from Snappy Gourmet
Chocolate-Glazed Peanut Butter-Stuffed Doughnuts by Coleen from The Redhead Baker
4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy by Colleen from Souffle Bombay
Ganache-Stuffed Peanut Butter Bars by Karen from The Food Charlatan
Microwave Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes by Taylor from Food Faith Fitness
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Icing by Shashi from Runnin Srilankan
Chocolate Filled Peanut Butter Cookie Cups by Stacy from Food Lust People Love
Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Lava Cakes by Anita from Hungry Couple
Chocolate Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies by Diane from Created by Diane
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Ice Cream by Renee from Magnolia Days
Tagalong Dip by Liz from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake Nancy from gotta get baked
Small Batch Chocolate Peanut Butter Doughnuts by Sarah from What Smells So Good?
Funky Monkey Banana Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls by Brianne from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Chocolate, Peanut Butter, & Roasted Banana Shake by Jennie from The Messy Baker
Chocolate Doughnuts with Peanut Butter Glaze by Lauren from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
I can’t decide which one I want to make first. Which sounds the tastiest to you?
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! 🙂