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Caramel Apple Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 32 tablespoons (about 2 cups)
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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