Ingredients:

  • 8 oz Neufchâtel cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp fine sea salt
  • 3/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. In a medium glass bowl, combine the softened Neufchâtel cheese and butter. Using a high-speed hand mixer on medium-high, beat for 3 minutes until the volume increases and the color lightens.
  2. Sift the powdered sugar through a fine-mesh sieve into the cheese mixture. Add the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
  3. Start the mixer on low speed to incorporate the sugar, then increase to medium and beat for an additional 2 minutes until smooth and emulsified.
  4. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
  5. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill for 30 minutes for a firmer texture.