Peppermint S’mores Dip

A recipe for Peppermint S’mores Dip! This sweet and creamy milk chocolate ganache is covered in a layer of chopped candy canes and mini marshmallows, then broiled until toasted.

This Peppermint S’mores Dip is a quick and easy way to use up any leftover chocolate and candy canes you have during the holidays. They are also a fun addition to dessert spreads or boards.

A melted milk chocolate ganache base is divided among mini serving dishes (or one larger one). Chopped candy canes and mini marshmallows are sprinkled over the top, then they are placed under the broiler until toasted.

Serve the dip immediately with graham crackers or other favorite accompaniments. I also personally enjoy strawberries, pretzels, and cookies.

A Few Tips

I arranged the Peppermint S’mores Dip in miniature 3.5 inch (9 centimeter) Cast Iron Skillets. They were perfect for individual serving sizes, but you can also make this recipe in a larger cast iron or other broiler-safe dish to feed a crowd.

I like milk chocolate for the ganache to really capture that S’mores flavor. If desired, you can swap for dark chocolate.

I topped the Peppermint S’mores Dip with mini chocolate chips and additional crushed candy canes. Holiday sprinkles would also be a fun and festive option.

I crushed the candy canes quickly using a food processor. Take care when sprinkling the candy cane pieces. They will easily stick to other surfaces/clothing.

Cover the milk chocolate ganache base completely with marshmallows. Keep an eye on the marshmallows while they are under the broiler. They go from barely toasted to blackened very quickly.

The dip is best served immediately after broiling. If it cools too much, place the skillet back in the oven at 350˚F (180˚C) just until warmed through, about 5-10 minutes.

Looking for more S’mores recipes?

Try my: 

• S’mores Macarons
• Baked S’mores Doughnuts
• S’mores Latte

Peppermint S’mores Dip Recipe

Adapted from Cafe Delites and Brown Eyed Baker

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Peppermint S’mores Dip

A recipe for Peppermint S'mores Dip! This sweet and creamy milk chocolate ganache is covered in a layer of chopped candy canes and mini marshmallows, then broiled until toasted. 

Course Dessert

Cuisine N/A

Keyword chocolate, dip, marshmallow, peppermint, s’mores

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Resting Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 4 -6 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
• 12 ounces (340 grams) milk chocolate finely chopped or chips
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 3 candy canes chopped
• 2 cups (120 grams) miniature marshmallows

For serving:

• Chopped candy canes
• Mini chocolate chips
• Graham crackers

Instructions

• In a small saucepan, place the cream over medium heat. Once it is starting to steam, but not yet boiling, remove from heat and add the chocolate.
• Allow to sit for 1 minute before gently stirring until smooth. Stir in the peppermint extract.
• Divide the mixture among mini broiler-safe dishes or in one larger broiler-safe serving dish.
• Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature until starting to thicken.
• Sprinkle the chopped candy canes over the chocolate ganache. Top completely with marshmallows.
• Set the broiler to low. Arrange the mini or large serving dishes on a baking sheet and place on the center rack of the oven. Broil until the marshmallows are toasted to desired color.
• Sprinkle the top with chopped candy canes and mini chocolate chips. Serve immediately with graham crackers.