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    Meals » Recipes » Desserts

    Caramel Apple Dip Recipe with Cream Cheese

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Aug 12, 2023 by Dee

    This Caramel Apple Dip recipe with cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla and caramel is an easy dessert dip for apple season. Serve with fresh apple slices and it tastes like delicious caramel apples! via @meamel

    This delicious Caramel Apple Dip recipe with cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla and caramel is an easy dessert dip for apple season. Serve with fresh apple slices and it tastes like delicious caramel apples!

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    fresh apple slice dipped in caramel apple dip with mini chocolate candies
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    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Caramel Apple Dip
    • What to Serve with Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip
    • How to Store Leftover Dip
    • Helpful Tips and FAQ
    • More Apple Recipes
    • Recipe
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    Easy caramel apple dip is perfect for fall gatherings. It has a cheesecake layer as the base and a gooey caramel layer on top. The best part is it is so much easier than traditional caramel apples!

    Serve this easy recipe for an after school snack, an easy dessert or fun treat, and people will love you forever!

    Easy apple dip comes together quickly, so it's perfect when you're craving something sweet. It's always a huge hit and always goes fast!

    This sweet dip is similar to my chocolate chip dip or easy peanut butter cheesecake dip. But, the gooey caramel layer is what makes this delicious dessert taste like a caramel apple.

    cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla extract and caramel sauce

    Ingredients

    You only need a few simple ingredients for this homemade caramel apple dip. you can find them at grocery stores or online.

    • Cream cheese -- at room temperature. Leave a block of cream cheese out to soften for easier mixing
    • Brown sugar -- both light brown sugar or dark brown sugar will work. Dark brown sugar will add a deeper flavor.
    • Vanilla extract -- for flavor
    • Caramel dip -- Use a thick caramel dip like Marzetti, not a pourable thin sauce for best results

    How to Make Caramel Apple Dip

    First, set the cream cheese out to soften. You really need room temperature cream cheese to make mixing easier.

    Then, cream the softened cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla together in a medium sized mixing bowl using a hand mixer. You can also use a stand mixer if you have one.

    mix cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla in mixing bowl

    Then, transfer the mixture into a serving dish, making sure the top is evenly smoothed out.

    Next, add the caramel dip on top of the cream cheese layer and smooth it out.

    I like using an offset spatula for this step because I think that it's the best way to evenly spread the thick caramel sauce.

    spread caramel sauce over cream cheese mixture in bowl

    Finally, sprinkle on your toppings of choice on top of the caramel layer.

    What to Serve with Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip

    I love using mini m&ms on this easy dessert because they're what I top my regular caramel apples with. Toffee bits or any toppings will work though!

    You can also choose to serve this delicious caramel apple dip as it is without any toppings.

    Serve this simple caramel apple dip with fresh apples -- We like Granny Smith apples and gala apples, but any kind of tart, firm apple will work -- and any of your favorite dessert dipping foods.

    Try using animal crackers, vanilla wafers, graham crackers, Teddy Grahams, ginger snaps or any other fresh fruit such as strawberries.

    caramel apple dip in serving bowl with fresh apple slices, graham crackers and vanilla wafers

    How to Store Leftover Dip

    Store this creamy caramel apple dip in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. It'll last for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.

    Bring the dip to room temperature before serving.

    Helpful Tips and FAQ

    You can easily double or triple the recipe for a party dip. If you make it ahead of time, add the caramel layer last.

    Use flavored caramel dip for more flavor. Use homemade caramel sauce instead of the jarred version.

    Be sure to use thick caramel for the topping and room temperature cream cheese.

    Brush apple slices with a little lemon juice so they don't turn brown.

    What apples are best for dipping?

    The best apples for dipping in caramel are firm tart apples that aren't too sweet, like Granny Smith, Fuji, Gala, Honey Crisp or Pink Lady.

    How do you prevent apple slices from turning brown?

    The easiest way to prevent fresh apple slices from browning is to sprinkle them with lemon juice, lime juice or pineapple juice. Sprite or any lemon lime soda will also work.

    More Apple Recipes

    If you love apple desserts and recipes with sliced apples try my crescent roll apple dumplings, apple crisp, apple pie dump cake, caramel apple nachos, slow cooker apple cobbler or baked caramel stuffed apples.

    and check out my dessert recipes for more delicious fall desserts!

    Recipe

    caramel apple dip on sliced apple with mini m and m's

    Caramel Apple Dip Recipe

    Published by Dee
    This Caramel Apple Dip recipe with cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla and caramel is an easy dessert dip for apple season. Serve with fresh apple slices and it tastes like delicious caramel apples!
    5 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 29 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 122 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 ounces cream cheese
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ caramel dip

    Instructions
     

    • Add the cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a medium mixing bowl
    • Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy
    • Scoop cream cheese mixture into a small serving bowl, and spread the caramel dip evenly over the top of the cream cheese
    • Refrigerate for 30 minutes, and top with mini m and m candies, if desired

    Notes

    Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing and a firm caramel sauce or caramel dip for easier dipping.
    Top with toffee bits, mini chocolate chips, mini chocolate covered candies if desired.
    Store leftovers covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 45mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 305IUCalcium: 31mgIron: 0.1mg
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    I hope you love this creamy caramel dip as much as we do. This easy dessert recipe is definitely a crowd pleaser!

    If you do make this caramel dip recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below.

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    This easy recipe was published in 2022 and updated in 2023.

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    1. Nancy says

      August 14, 2023 at 1:30 pm

      My husband begged me to make this one! He couldn't wait for me to finish! Gone in a day! Will be making this through the fall for sure!5 stars

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    2. Erik says

      November 06, 2022 at 4:14 pm

      Such a fun treat! Great that it keeps for a few days, too.5 stars

      Reply
    3. Debbi says

      November 03, 2022 at 3:33 am

      This was so easy -- much easier than caramel apples. The kids loved the apple slices.5 stars

      Reply
    4. Jeannie says

      September 17, 2022 at 2:36 am

      This is SO good! Easy to make and it went fast!5 stars

      Reply
    5. Kathleen says

      September 12, 2022 at 9:29 am

      WOW!! This caramel apple dip is incredible! The perfect fall treat!5 stars

      Reply
    6. Krissie says

      September 07, 2022 at 9:43 am

      We loved this dip. I can't wait to enjoy this recipe with freshly picked apples. It tastes amazing.5 stars

      Reply
    7. Amy says

      September 07, 2022 at 9:30 am

      It was the perfect treat for the kids!! SO YUMMY!5 stars

      Reply
    8. Sandra says

      September 06, 2022 at 10:11 pm

      My kids loved this caramel apple dip! Need to make it again soon!5 stars

      Reply
    9. Beth says

      September 06, 2022 at 11:33 am

      This was so delicious. I love that I can get all that delicious caramel apple flavor PLUS the creaminess of this without a huge mess like I'd have to deal with in a regular caramel apple.5 stars

      Reply

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