Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe: Sweet Fall Treat (Print Version)

Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe is a simple, delightful fall treat. Learn how to make this creamy, sweet dip with fresh apples.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Creamy Base

01 - 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
03 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
04 - 1-2 tbsp milk

→ Sweet Swirls

05 - 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

→ Crunchy Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup toffee bits (like Heath bar bits)

→ Fresh Dippers

07 - 3-4 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji), sliced

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get that cream cheese out of the fridge! This is where I always get impatient, but trust me, letting it come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes makes all the difference. You want it super soft for a smooth, lump-free base, otherwise, you'll be fighting tiny chunks forever. I just plop it on the counter while I gather everything else, letting the kitchen warmth do its magic.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine your softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Grab your hand mixer – or a sturdy whisk if you're feeling ambitious – and beat it until it’s light, fluffy, and looks like a cloud. It should be smooth, with no lumps, and smell wonderfully sweet and vanilla-y. If it seems a little too thick, add a splash of milk, just a tablespoon at a time, until it’s perfectly spreadable.
03 - Now for the fun part! Get a serving plate or a shallow dish ready. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread your creamy base mixture evenly across the bottom. Don't worry about it being absolutely perfect; a little rustic charm is part of the appeal, right? I always try to get it right to the edges of my dish.
04 - Gently warm your caramel sauce for about 15-30 seconds in the microwave if it’s too thick; it helps with drizzling. Now, drizzle that luscious caramel all over the cream cheese layer. Don't be shy! Then, grab a butter knife or a skewer and swirl it through the cream cheese. You want ribbons, not a fully mixed brown blob – that’s an oops moment I’ve had many times.
05 - Generously sprinkle those toffee bits all over the top of your swirled caramel and cream cheese. This adds that essential crunch and extra layer of sweet, buttery flavor. I might go a little overboard here, but honestly, can you ever have too many toffee bits? I think not!
06 - Pop your beautiful Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe into the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This helps it firm up a bit and lets the flavors meld together. While it’s chilling, slice up your apples. Serve the chilled dip with your fresh apple slices and watch it disappear. The combination of creamy, sweet, and tart is just heavenly!

# Notes:

01 - Don't rush the cream cheese softening; it makes all the difference for a smooth dip.
02 - This dip holds up well in the fridge for a few days, so it's a great make-ahead for parties.
03 - No Heath bar? Crushed pretzels or even a sprinkle of sea salt flakes work wonders for a salty kick.
04 - Serve this beautiful Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe on a big platter with tons of apple slices, maybe some graham crackers too!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Mixing bowl
02 - Hand mixer (or whisk)
03 - Spatula
04 - Serving dish
05 - Knife for apples

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 250
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 28g
Protein: 2g

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