How to Make Caramel Apple Dip
See how easy it is to make caramel apple dip for your next party or get-together!
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Is this an easy party recipe?
I used to get intimidated about having to bring food to a party. But now I know better.
When you have easy recipes like this Caramel Apple Dip, it just takes 4 ingredients and a few minutes to pull together something fabulous.
If you plan to serve this with apples, consider cutting them at the last minute so they won’t discolor. Or, look below for a hack to keep them from browning!
What can I serve with this delicious caramel apple dip?
You can serve this with apples, it’s delicious for dipping fresh fruit into. I would also suggest you give it a try with some graham cracker sticks! Kids and adults alike think that this caramel apple dip is delicious and fun.
Another great idea for serving this fruit dip is to include some pretzels. The combination of salty and sweet is really nice and it gives you some options in terms of taste and texture for your serving tray!
What do I need to make an easy fruit dip?
One of the many reasons that I love this recipe for caramel apple fruit dip is because it has so few ingredients. There’s usually a good chance I can throw this together with very little effort and still come out looking like I planned out an amazing treat.
- Cream Cheese
- Brown Sugar
- Caramel Sauce
- Toffee Baking Bits
How to make caramel apple dip
Start by putting the softened cream cheese into a bowl and creaming it with an electric mixer.
Add in 1/4 cup of the caramel sauce, and mix well. Fold in 1/4 cup of the toffee bits.
Spoon into a serving bowl, and garnish with the remaining caramel sauce and toffee bits. Chill until ready to serve.
Can I prep this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! I recommend you give this at least an hour to chill in the refrigerator before serving. You can definitely make it earlier than that though and have it ready to go in advance.
If you’re preparing the apple slices ahead of time, perhaps to carry to a party, be sure and use this clever hack for keeping apples from browning.
Is this a good recipe for kids?
It sure is! Kids and adults alike will love dipping everything from fruit to pretzels in this delicious caramel apple dip.
With so few ingredients I feel good about giving them something that I know isn’t full of artificial colors and dyes as well as a sweet treat that pairs well with something like fruit. An easy way to encourage them to get more servings of fruits into their diet.
More delicious dessert recipes
If you like caramel, you probably like butterscotch, too! Give these desserts a try:
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Caramel Apple Dip
This easy caramel apple dip is perfect for any party or potluck!
Ingredients
- 8oz package cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup toffee baking bits
Instructions
- Place softened cream cheese and brown sugar in a bowl. Cream with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add in 1/4 cup of the caramel sauce and mix in thoroughly. Fold in 1/4 cup of the toffee bits.
- Spoon mixture into serving dish and garnish with the remaining caramel sauce and toffee bits.
- Chill in fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
15Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 154Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 98mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 0gSugar: 20gProtein: 1g
Are we supposed to cream the the brown sugar with the cream cheese, or add it at a different time?
Yes!