Looking for a great tasting caramel apple dip? This easy apple dip is going to become a hit with even the fussiest eater. Make a batch to use for afternoon snacks or for a party.
When it comes to getting kids to eat anything, make it fun and they will eat it. My son was not a fan of apples. No matter how I served it to him. Once he started eating this caramel apple dip, that changed fast. He would want to eat apples every afternoon.
Is Caramel Apple Dip Easy to Make?
This easy apple dip could not be easier to make. With only a few ingredients, it comes together in no time. While dips always taste better if given a little bit of time in meld in the refrigerator, this dip can go from being made to being eaten right away.
We have a love affair with different types of dips around here. We make fruit dips all the time. Some of our favorite sweet dips are Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip, Creamsicle Fluff Fruit Dip, and Cherry Cheesecake Dip. These dips, including the easy apple dip, are often asked for by name when we go to a picnic or get together. And they never last. It is one of the first things that gets eaten. At least that means everyone is eating their fruit right?
How Long Does Caramel Apple Dip Last?
Caramel apple dip will last a few days in the refrigerator. If you want are making this for a get-together, I recommend making a larger batch. Whenever we have made this easy apple dip recipe for a crowd, it was gone fast. When we make it at home it lasts about 2 days.
Do I have to Cook Caramel Apple Dip?
While I have seen some recipes for caramel apple dip that needs to be cooked to make the caramel, this apple dip recipe uses premade caramel sauce, because honestly, I want to get back to fun as fast as I can, and that means getting the snacks ready fast.
Can you Make Caramel Apple Dip ahead of time?
If you are making caramel apple dip for a special occasion or even just for later, you can make it ahead of time. I often make my apple dip about 4 hours early so it can blend the flavors together while it sits. This recipe will hold up well in the refrigerator for at least 2 days if you need to make it ahead of time.
Can I use any other types of chips?
With this caramel apple dip recipe, you are able to change out the toffee chips for anything you like. Chocolate chips, peanut butter chips or even butterscotch chips all taste great with this apple dip. My daughter particularly likes the peanut butter chips since we often snack on apples and peanut butter.
What do you serve with cream cheese caramel apple dip?
We usually serve our caramel apple dip with apple slices. You can also use other types of fruit, or use teddy bear crackers or graham crackers. This dip is a very versatile dip.
If you want to make apple dip a little lighter you can switch to fat-free cream cheese and use a little less brown sugar. It still tastes fantastic and then it is a little healthier too.
Caramel Apple Dip
Ingredients in Apple Dip
1-8oz package cream cheese
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup caramel sauce
1/2 cup toffee baking bits or mini chocolate chips
How to Make Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip:
Place cream cheese and brown sugar in a bowl and cream with an electric mixer until smooth.
Add in 1/4 cup of the caramel sauce and mix in thoroughly.
Spoon half of the mixture into your serving dish and garnish with half the remaining caramel and the toffee bits, then scoop on the remaining half and top as desired.
Chill in fridge until ready to serve.
Caramel Apple Dip
Ingredients
- 1-8 oz package cream cheese
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup toffee baking bits or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
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Place cream cheese and brown sugar in a bowl and cream with an electric mixer until smooth.
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Add in 1/4 cup of the caramel sauce and mix in thoroughly.
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Spoon half of the mixture into your serving dish and garnish with half the remaining caramel and the toffee bits, then scoop on the remaining half and top as desired.
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Chill in fridge until ready to serve.
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