Candy Cane Dip (or as my kids call it, “Christmas magic in a skillet”) is a ridiculously fun 3-ingredient treat that brings all the cozy, gooey charm of s’mores without the campfire. This easy candy cane dip is creamy, melty, and loaded with peppermint crunch for that perfect holiday touch.
Now, before you judge me for jumping straight from a healthy salad to this sugar-packed creation, let me explain. My kids saw a YouTube video of a marshmallow dip and immediately demanded it, squealing until I gave in. The result? A simple candy cane dip that’s festive, fun, and dangerously addictive.
- What Makes This Recipe So Good
- What Goes Into Candy Cane Dip
- How To Make Candy Cane Dip
- Tips For Making Candy Cane Dip
- Recipe FAQ’s
- Candy Cane S’mores Dip Recipe
What Makes This Recipe So Good
This Candy Cane Dip is pure Christmas joy in a skillet. It’s the kind of dessert that brings everyone hovering around the table with graham crackers in hand, waiting for that first gooey, peppermint-loaded scoop. What makes it extra special is how effortless it is to make. Just three ingredients, five minutes, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate easy candy cane dip for the holidays.
Unlike other overcomplicated festive desserts, this one lets you have fun with it. You can add as many crushed candy canes as you like, play with chocolate chips or white chocolate, and it still comes out perfectly melty and sweet every time. Whether you call it a simple candy cane dip or a lazy day Christmas treat, it’s guaranteed to disappear faster than Santa’s cookies.
What Goes Into Candy Cane Dip
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this Candy Cane Dip. When chocolate, marshmallow, and peppermint come together, the result is pure holiday magic.
- Chocolate Chips: Use your favorite kind, dark, milk, or white. Dark chocolate gives a rich, bittersweet balance, while milk or white chocolate keeps it creamy and smooth.
- Marshmallows: These create the gooey, stretchy texture that makes every scoop so satisfying.
- Candy Canes: Roughly chop them for bursts of peppermint flavor and a little crunch that makes this dip festive.
- Graham Crackers (or Digestives): The perfect pairing for scooping up all that melty chocolate and marshmallow goodness.
Note: Please see recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.
How To Make Candy Cane Dip
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to grill or broil on medium heat so it’s ready to toast the marshmallows to golden perfection.
- Melt Chocolate: Add the chocolate to a skillet or any oven-safe nonstick pan. Warm over low to medium, stirring until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Add the Toppings: Sprinkle the chopped candy canes evenly over the melted chocolate, then arrange the marshmallows on top to cover the surface.
- Broil: Place the skillet on the middle rack and broil for 5 to 10 minutes, or until marshmallows are golden. Serve with graham crackers or digestives for dipping.
This Candy Cane Dip is a fun, shareable dessert that pairs beautifully with other cozy Christmas treats. Serve it alongside Candy Cane Fudge Brownies for the ultimate peppermint overload, or keep things simple with Maple Pecan Sticky Buns for a warm and sweet balance. If you want to stay in the chocolate zone, a plate of Fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies makes the perfect partner for dipping and nibbling.
Tips For Making Candy Cane Dip
- I love using a cast-iron or oven-safe skillet because it keeps the dip warm for ages, even after you’ve pulled it out of the oven.
- Keep an eye on those marshmallows while broiling—they can go from perfectly golden to charred in seconds.
- Crush your candy canes right before using them so they stay crisp and don’t melt into the chocolate too soon.
- If you can’t decide between dark or milk chocolate, mix both. The combo gives that perfect balance of rich and creamy.
- Serve it straight from the oven while it’s hot and gooey. Trust me, that first stretchy marshmallow pull is pure Christmas magic.
Definitely! Mini marshmallows melt a little faster and give you that perfect, even golden layer on top.
Oh yes, please do. Swirling in white chocolate or crushed peppermint bark turns this into an extra indulgent candy cane dip recipe that looks beautiful too.
If there are any leftovers (rare in my house), let the dip cool completely, then cover and pop it in the fridge. When you’re ready for round two, reheat it in the oven until it’s warm and melty again.
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- ▢ 1 cup chocolate chips of choice dark, milk or white
- ▢ 10 large marshmallows
- ▢ 4 candy canes roughly chopped
- ▢ Graham Crackers (or Digestives) to serve
Instructions
- Preheat oven to grill/broil settings on medium heat.
- Add chocolate chips into a well seasoned 6-inch skillet OR non-stick oven proof pan. Melt the chocolate chips over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until completely melted.
- Sprinkle the chopped candy canes over the chocolate and arrange the marshmallows on top.
- Place into oven on middle shelf/rack, and grill/broil for about 5-10 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
- Serve with Graham Crackers OR Digestives (in Australia).
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Candy Cane S’mores Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips of choice dark, milk or white
- 10 large marshmallows
- 4 candy canes roughly chopped
- Graham Crackers (or Digestives) to serve
Instructions
- Preheat oven to grill/broil settings on medium heat.
- Add chocolate chips into a well seasoned 6-inch skillet OR non-stick oven proof pan. Melt the chocolate chips over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until completely melted.
- Sprinkle the chopped candy canes over the chocolate and arrange the marshmallows on top.
- Place into oven on middle shelf/rack, and grill/broil for about 5-10 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
- Serve with Graham Crackers OR Digestives (in Australia).
Notes
Nutrition
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Okay, can we all agree that Taco Tuesday is literally the best night of the week?! It’s my go-to for a fun, easy dinner that I know everyone will love. And since this year’s National Taco Day is happening on a Tuesday (Oct 7th!), we are going ALL out!
I’ve gathered my absolute best, most-loved Taco Tuesday ideas to make your next taco night a total knockout. We are not the only ones crazy about Taco Tuesday Old El Paso is declaring October 7 “ National Taco Day-Off ” and giving you a chance to win a trip to a Cowboy Ranch.
How to Make The Quickest Tacos
I know weeknights are crazy! You want an amazing Taco Tuesday, but you need it FAST. These are my secret weapons for getting delicious tacos on the table in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Ahead: Chop your lettuce, tomatoes, and onions in the morning or the night before. Store them in airtight containers in the fridge. When it’s time to eat, you just have to set them out!
- Use Smart Shortcuts: Don’t be afraid to use pre-shredded cheese, a bag of slaw mix, or a good quality store-bought pico de gallo or guacamole to save time. You can find pico de gallo in the refrigerated section, I love the one from Trader Joe’s . It’s known for being consistently fresh, chunky, and having a great flavor. My biggest tip for any store-bought pico is to drain off any extra liquid at the bottom of the container and give it a stir. If you want to make it taste homemade, add a quick squeeze of fresh lime juice and a little chopped cilantro. It makes all the difference!
- Cook The Meat in Batches: I love to cook a double batch of taco meat on Sunday. I use half for dinner that night and save the other half for Tuesday. It reheats in minutes and its good to store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
What to stuff in a Perfect Taco?
Building the perfect taco is an art, and it’s all about the layers! Here’s my guide to the essential components.
- The Tortilla: Choose your base! Flour tortillas are soft and pliable, great for over-stuffed tacos these are my personal favourite, I use the Tortilla Land uncooked flour tortillas. You find them in the refrigerated section and cook them in a hot pan for about 30 seconds per side. They puff up and taste incredible. Corn tortillas offer an authentic, slightly sweet flavor and are amazing when quickly charred on a gas stove or in a hot pan. Hard Shells give you that classic, satisfying crunch.
- The Protein: While the recipes below give you tons of options, don’t be afraid to mix it up! Pick from seasoned ground beef, shredded chicken, spicy chorizo, or black beans for a great veggie option.
- The Toppings (The Best Part!): Get creative with a taco bar! Set out bowls of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole!
Our 10 Must-Make Taco Recipes
Now that you’re armed with all the pro tips, let’s get to the recipes!
Planning a bigger fiesta? Check out my Best New Year’s Eve Appetizers for more crowd pleasing bites that pair perfectly with tacos! Or downsize for a couples romantic date night menu ideas here.
Crispy Fish Tacos
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Viral Smash Burger Tacos
Easy Birria Tacos
Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken ‘Pizza’ Tacos
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Easy Taco Salad
Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken Taco Salad
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Pico De Gallo
