Description
This Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip is a luscious and easy-to-make dessert dip perfect for parties or a sweet snack. Cream cheese is whipped with powdered sugar and vanilla, then layered with rich caramel and topped with crunchy toffee bits, chopped peanuts, and walnuts. Serve it with crisp apple slices for a delightful combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base
- 8 oz cream cheese block, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Toppings and Layer
- 2/3 cup caramel dip
- 2 tbsp toffee bits
- 1 tbsp peanuts, chopped
- 1 tbsp walnuts, chopped
To Serve
- Apples, fresh and sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: Add the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and evenly combined.
- Heat the Caramel: Warm up the caramel dip in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until it reaches a pourable consistency without becoming too hot.
- Layer the Dip Base: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the bottom of a serving dish, creating a smooth layer.
- Add the Caramel Layer: Pour the warmed caramel over the cream cheese layer and spread it evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the toffee bits, chopped peanuts, and chopped walnuts evenly over the caramel layer for a crunchy and flavorful finish.
- Serve with Apples: Arrange fresh apple slices around the serving dish or on a separate platter. Dip the apples into the layered dip and enjoy this sweet and creamy treat immediately.
Notes
- Use firm apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for the best dipping experience.
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the walnuts and peanuts before chopping and adding.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- You can substitute caramel dip with homemade caramel sauce if preferred.
- For a nut-free version, omit the peanuts and walnuts or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert/Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons dip with 1 medium apple slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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