This irresistible caramel apple dip comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect last-minute party treat. Smooth, creamy, and wonderfully indulgent, it captures all the nostalgic flavors of caramel apples without the sticky mess.
With only 186 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delightful dip while still keeping an eye on your intake. Pair it with fresh apple slices for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe.
Ingredients Section
- Heavy Whipping Cream: 1 1/2 cups, chilled for better whipping results
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon, adds warm fall flavor
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon, enhances overall taste
- Granulated Sugar: 1 tablespoon, for perfect sweetness
- Caramel Sauce: 1/3 cup, room temperature for easier mixing
- Cream Cheese: 4 ounces, softened at room temperature
- Apples: Fresh and sliced, for serving
Instructions Section
- Prepare Cream Cheese: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy in your mixing bowl
- Whip The Cream: Add heavy cream to cream cheese and beat until stiff peaks form (about 3 minutes)
- Add Flavorings: Mix in your cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar until well combined
- Incorporate Caramel: Gently fold in the caramel sauce until evenly distributed
- Serve: Present with fresh apple slices and store any remaining dip in the refrigerator
Quick Tips for Perfect Whipping
For the fluffiest dip, start with cold cream and a chilled mixing bowl. The cream cheese should be softened, but keep that heavy cream nice and cold!
Mix the cream cheese alone first until it’s super smooth – this helps avoid any lumps in your final dip. When whipping the cream, stop as soon as you see stiff peaks form – overbeating can make it grainy.
Fun Variations
Love to mix things up? Try these tasty twists:
- Skip the cinnamon and add 2 tablespoons of peanut butter for a nutty twist
- Swap the caramel sauce for chocolate sauce
- Add a handful of mini chocolate chips
- Mix in some crushed toffee bits
- Use maple syrup instead of caramel for a fall-inspired flavor
Serving Ideas
While apple slices are the classic choice, this creamy dip pairs beautifully with:
- Crisp pear slices
- Fresh strawberries
- Graham crackers
- Pretzels
- Vanilla wafers Perfect for parties, after-school snacks, or whenever you need a sweet treat!
Storage Tips
Keep your dip fresh by storing it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before serving again. If it feels too firm, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. The texture might change slightly over time, but it’ll still taste amazing!
Caramel Apple Dip
Equipment
- Stand mixer or large mixing bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup caramel sauce homemade or store bought
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened, cut into pieces
- apple sliced for serving
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese in a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, until smooth.
- Add the cream and mix well until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in cinnamon, vanilla, sugar and caramel sauce until combined.
- Serve with apple slices.
- Refrigerate leftovers.
