Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip

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This 5 ingredient Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip is a crowd pleaser and so delicious! Made with a super creamy cream cheese spread and topped with sweet caramel and crunchy toffee bits.

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Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip

Homemade Caramel Apple Dip has a sweet cream cheese base layer and topped with rich caramel and crunchy toffee pieces. Served with fresh apple slices that resembles the same flavors of a caramel apple in a dip form. 

This delicious dip is light, creamy and rich from the ooey-gooey caramel middle. The best part is this dip takes minutes to make and you don’t have to turn your oven on. This is the best dessert to make to feed a crowd or when you need a quick dessert. 

If you love this caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip, try my Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, Apple Pie Cheesecake, and Apple Pie Cheesecake Bites. 

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key ingredients

• Cream cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature. You can also use whipped cream cheese to make an extra fluffy dip.
• Cool whip: I prefer to use lite or non-fat cool whip to keep this dip on the lighter side. Be sure the cool whip is defrosted.
• Powdered sugar: Adds sweetness. Feel free to add more or less depending on how sweet you want these to be. Powdered sugar works best as opposed to granulated sugar because its lighter and will create a fluffier texture.
• Caramel sauce: Make your own homemade caramel from scratch or use store-bought caramel sauce.
• Toffee Bits: I love using English Toffee and chopping it myself to get large and small pieces of toffee but you can definitely use toffee bites or chop up a Heath bar. You can find Heath bars at almost any grocery store. 
• Fresh Apples and dippers: Use your favorite kinds of apples to serve this dip with. I prefer tart apples since the dip is so sweet. Graham crackers, pretzels, and vanilla wafers make great options. 

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how to make cream cheese caramel apple dip

Mix cream cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, cool whip, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Beat until smooth- you don’t want little chunks of cream cheese. 

Assemble dip: Spread mixture evenly onto a platter or serving dish. Spread caramel sauce on top of cream cheese layer.

Add toffee bits: Sprinkle toffee on generously. Serve with crisp apple slices and your favorite dippers. Enjoy! Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

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dipper options

Apples are a must and make this dip complete! I love using a combination of red and green apples. Granny Smith apples makes a great option because they are extra tart and it pairs well with the sweet dip. 

Other options are pretzels, Graham crackers, Shortbread, waffle pieces, Nilla wafers, Oreos, and animal crackers. 

tips & variations

• Chill the dip: For best results, let the dip sit in the fridge to chill for at least 20 minutes or overnight to let the flavors come together. If storing overnight, add the strawberries when ready to serve.
• Add Fall flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the mixture for an extra warm flavor. 
• Add chocolate: Add  a handful of chocolate chips to the creamy dip.
• Double the recipe: You can easily double the recipe if you need to serve this for a large crowd or party. 
• Protein dip: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a high protein packed dip.
  

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leftovers & storage

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container or cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. You may need to stir the dip when you want to eat it again to combine all of the ingredients

Can You Freeze Leftover Dip?

You can! Place the dip in an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or on the counter for a few hours. Be sure to give the dip a good stir before serving. *Please note that by doing this, the toffee pieces softer texture and may melt.

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This recipe was last updated August 24, 2024 to include additional photos and information. Originally posted December 23, 2015 By Kathryn Donangelo.