Description
Classic Caramel Apple Dip combines smooth cream cheese with sweet brown and granulated sugars, flavored with vanilla extract to create a nostalgic, creamy dip perfect for serving alongside fresh apple slices, graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels. This easy-to-make treat is a beloved childhood favorite that requires no cooking and comes together in minutes for an effortless, crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Serving
- Sliced apples (recommended for serving; see note)
- Optional: graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or alternatively in a medium bowl using an electric mixer, beat together the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the smooth cream cheese mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate it until serving time to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up slightly.
- Serve: Present the chilled caramel apple dip alongside fresh apple slices, graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for dipping. Enjoy this nostalgic treat as a sweet and creamy accompaniment to your favorite snack items.
Notes
- This is the classic Caramel Apple Dip recipe reminiscent of your childhood, made simply with cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla.
- Make a large batch ahead of time and serve with a generous pile of fresh, crisp apple slices for dipping.
- To keep apple slices from browning, you may toss them lightly in lemon water before serving.
- The dip pairs beautifully with crunchy snacks like graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels as well as fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 24 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg