Football Cheeseball Dessert Dip – Just 20 Minutes of Prep!
If you’re anything like me, football season isn’t just about the game—it’s about the food. And while I love a good plate of nachos or wings, sometimes, we need a sweet treat to balance things out and this Football Cheeseball Dessert Dip is the perfect choice—a rich, creamy, chocolate-studded masterpiece that’s just as fun to make as it is to eat!
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This is the kind of recipe that has everyone huddling around the snack table instead of the TV (sorry, sports fans!). It’s easy, no-bake, and looks absolutely adorable shaped like a football—perfectly paired with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, pretzels, or even apple slices for a fun dipping experience. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead dessert, so you’re not scrambling right before kickoff.
How to Make Football Cheeseball Dessert Dip
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step by Step Guide
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Then, add the brown sugar and vanilla extract and mix until everything is well combined.
2. Scoop the mixture onto a long piece of plastic wrap. Fold one end over and use it to help shape the mixture into a football shape—no messy hands required!
3. Transfer your football to the fridge and let it chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight if you’re prepping ahead). This helps it firm up so it holds its shape.
4. Before serving, coat your football in miniature chocolate chips. I like to sprinkle a layer of chips on a large plate, place the cheeseball on top, then press more chips all around until it’s completely covered.
5. Take your white chocolate chips and arrange them on top to create football laces. This little detail makes it extra festive!
Serve and Enjoy!
And there you have it! A fun, delicious, and super easy Football Cheeseball Dessert Dip that’s sure to be the star of your game day spread. Serve them with pretzels, vanilla wafers, or anything that you think a good fit.
Make it ahead! This dessert keeps perfectly in the fridge for a day or two—just be sure to add the chocolate chips right before serving for the freshest look and flavor!
So whether you’re watching the big game, hosting a tailgate party, or just looking for an excuse to eat a dessert, this sweet cheeseball is a total winner.
Football Cheeseball Dessert Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12-ounce package miniature chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Then, add the brown sugar and vanilla extract and mix until everything is well combined.
- Scoop the mixture onto a long piece of plastic wrap. Fold one end over and use it to help shape the mixture into a football shape—no messy hands required!
- Transfer your football to the fridge and let it chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight if you’re prepping ahead). This helps it firm up so it holds its shape.
- Before serving, coat your football in miniature chocolate chips. I like to sprinkle a layer of chips on a large plate, place the cheeseball on top, then press more chips all around until it’s completely covered.
- Take your white chocolate chips and arrange them on top to create football laces. This little detail makes it extra festive!
- Serve and Enjoy!
