Caramel Apple Dip

Course: Dessert, Dips

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: servings

Calories: 78kcal

Author: Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju

My caramel apple dip comes together in five minutes with just cream cheese, brown sugar, and caramel. No baking, just a sweet, scoopable crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

1 8 oz block cream cheese softened
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade

Instructions

In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer or spatula to beat the cream cheese, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture into a shallow serving dish or bowl.
Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the surface. Add toppings like toffee bits, nuts, or chocolate chips if using.
Serve with sliced apples, pretzels, or graham crackers.

Notes

Make homemade caramel sauce: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. When fully melted and amber-colored, whisk in 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (careful—it will bubble). Slowly pour in ½ cup heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in a pinch of salt. Let cool slightly before using.

Softening cream cheese: Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or microwave for 10–15 seconds (without foil) to soften quickly.
Prevent apples from browning: Dip apple slices in a mix of lemon juice and water, then pat dry before serving.
Make ahead: You can prep the cream cheese layer and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. Add caramel and toppings just before serving.

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