Ingredients
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
– 2 cups whipped topping
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Electric mixer
– Spatula
– 9×9 inch square baking dish
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Plastic wrap or aluminum foil
Step-by-Step Instructions
To begin, I like to start by mixing the dry ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. The chocolatey aroma begins to waft through my kitchen at this stage, and it’s simply irresistible! Make sure everything is well combined before moving on. After that, in another bowl, I mix the softened cream cheese with the vanilla extract until it’s super smooth. It’s crucial that the cream cheese is at room temperature so that it blends seamlessly into the mix. (See the next page below to continue steps…)