Description

This creamy and indulgent Caramel Apple Dip combines the smoothness of cream cheese and Cool Whip with the sweetness of brown sugar and caramel, enhanced by warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. Topped with chopped roasted peanuts and mini chocolate chips for added texture and richness, it’s a perfect, easy-to-make dip served with fresh apple slices, graham crackers, and pretzels, ideal for parties, snacks, or dessert time.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Dip

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup caramel sauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ounces Cool Whip or Truwhip

Toppings

2 tablespoons caramel sauce
2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

For Serving

Apple slices
Graham crackers
Pretzels

Instructions

Mix the Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, 1/2 cup caramel sauce, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
Fold in Cool Whip: Using a spatula, gently fold the 4 ounces of Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture to maintain the light and fluffy texture. Be careful not to overmix.
Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip until ready to serve, ideally for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
Add Toppings Before Serving: Just before serving, drizzle the top of the dip with 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce. Sprinkle evenly with chopped roasted peanuts and mini chocolate chips for texture and extra flavor.
Serve: Present the dip with fresh apple slices, graham crackers, and pretzels for dipping, creating a delicious and inviting snack platter.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
For a nut-free version, omit the roasted peanuts or substitute with crushed pretzels for crunch.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; stir gently before serving.
For a richer caramel flavor, use homemade caramel sauce or quality store-bought caramel.
This dip pairs well with a variety of dippers including sliced pears or vanilla wafers.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dip
Method: No-cook, mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 120
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0.3g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg

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