This super delicious caramel apple dip recipe is a quick and easy dessert that only contains 4 ingredients!
When I think fall, I think about apple recipes. Well, I also think of pumpkin, but I’ve been sharing a lot of pumpkin recipes lately so now it’s time for something a little different! Have you ever tried to make caramel apples before? They’re fun to make and eat, but sometimes I want caramel apples for a crowd which is when I whip up this super easy caramel apple dip. It’s a simple combination of ingredients that makes a spectacular dessert, snack or appetizer. Add some sliced apples and dip away!
How to make caramel apple dip
The base of this caramel apple dip is lightly sweetened cream cheese, which is spread into the bottom of a serving dish. The cream cheese layer is topped with caramel and sprinkled with toffee bits for a finishing touch.
For the caramel layer, I typically use a tub of pre-made caramel dip such as Marzetti brand which is available near the apples in the produce section of your grocery store. You can also use a caramel sauce but make sure it’s thick and not runny like some sundae toppings are. Another delicious option for the topping would be a can of dulce de leche.
I love the crunch and flavor of the toffee bits, but you could also top this dip with chopped peanuts or peanuts, or even mini chocolate chips.
This caramel apple dip can be prepared in advance, but it’s best served at room temperature so that the layers are perfectly creamy and dippable. I like to serve this dip with sliced green and red apples, but sliced pears, graham crackers or vanilla wafers would also be great additions to mix things up a bit.
This caramel apple dip is perfect for parties, fall gatherings, potlucks, or just for any time you’re craving a caramel apple. It’s a fall favorite that can most definitely be enjoyed all year round!
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Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce block cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 16 ounce container caramel dip or thick caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup toffee bits
Instructions
- Place the cream cheese in a medium bowl and beat with a mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar and beat until thoroughly combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into an even layer in a 3 cup serving dish.
- Pour the caramel dip or sauce over the cream cheese mixture. Spread into an even layer. Top with toffee bits and serve with sliced apples.
Julia says
May 20, 2019 at 10:36 pmThis is a really good recipe to take to parties. I first had this dip made by my sister-in-law at a family Thanksgiving. She soaked the green apple slices in pineapple juice to add flavor and keep them from turning dark.
Traci says
March 15, 2019 at 1:54 pmCan you use brown sugar intead of white?
Sara says
March 15, 2019 at 7:58 pmYes that’s fine!
Kristen says
February 24, 2019 at 9:28 amMade this recipe last night for our game night with friends, it was a hit! I used chopped nuts on top which was nice because it gave it that salty sweet combo! I will definitely make this recipe again, plus it’s so easy and can be made super fast. Thank you!
Sara says
February 24, 2019 at 12:31 pmSo glad you enjoyed it, thanks for reporting back!
Carrie says
January 23, 2019 at 3:10 pmI made this today for an office potluck and it was a Hit!! Everyone loved it and there was nothing left in my container
Sara says
January 23, 2019 at 7:38 pmSo glad to hear you enjoyed it, thank you for reporting back!
Amanda B. says
February 28, 2019 at 11:32 pmYour welcome Sara
Lynn says
December 20, 2018 at 5:17 pmI love that dish that it’s prepared in. Any buying info on it?
Sara says
December 20, 2018 at 10:29 pmI actually picked it up at Marshall’s a few years ago, I’ll take a look and see if there are any brand markings on it!
Amanda B. says
December 9, 2018 at 11:47 pmThis looks so delicious! will definitely try it for my kids
BARB says
November 7, 2018 at 5:42 pmCan’t wait to make this, specifically after all these tips and comments.
Sara says
November 8, 2018 at 11:26 amHope you enjoy!
Rae says
November 4, 2018 at 3:57 amSo glad I found this recipe!!! I usually just serve sliced apples with a dish of caramel sauce on the side. This takes it to a whole different level! Everyone absolutely went crazy over it!
So happy that others suggested soaking apples in sprite – I have never had luck with lemon juice – the apples still turned brown. After soaking in sprite they lasted all evening without turning brown.
This recipe makes me so happy!!!!!
Sara says
November 4, 2018 at 7:29 amI’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it, thank you for reporting back!
Heather says
October 25, 2018 at 12:59 pmAre you able to make this ahead of time and refrigerate it?
Sara says
October 25, 2018 at 2:34 pmYes but I’d add the toffee bits last minute so that they don’t soften in the fridge. The dip is best served at room temperature so let it sit out a bit before you serve it.
Phyllis Fleck says
October 11, 2018 at 4:58 pmQuestion … in the recipe it states 5 minutes prep time, 1 minute cook time … I’m planning on making this , this weekend … what is the cook time ?? Nowhere in the recipe is there cooking ??
Thanks … Phyllis Fleck
Sara says
October 11, 2018 at 6:09 pmMy recipe card requires a cooking time even if there’s no cooking involved, it’s more of a technicality. So you are correct there is no cooking involved!
Kerri L Vasquez says
September 22, 2018 at 6:56 amCan you use powdered sugar instead of regular sugar?
Sara says
September 22, 2018 at 12:50 pmYes you can!
Nancy says
September 28, 2018 at 5:38 pmUsing the powdered sugar do you use the same amount as powdsugar?
Sara says
September 28, 2018 at 7:31 pmYes that should be fine!
Linda says
September 14, 2018 at 8:21 pmI make this for every gathering, it is loved by all ages.
I have made variations of this.
I use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar and a a tsp. of vanilla to the cream cheese mixture.
I get the Caramel in the produce department of my grocery store, it comes in a cottage cheese size container.
I add mini chocolate chips and the tiny marshmallows in the jar, warm the chocolate fudge sauce and drizzle over the top. If it’s a holiday, while the hot fudge sauce is warm, I sprinkle it with color appropriate cookie sprinkles..
However you decide to make this, it is always a hit! Have fun!
Sara says
September 14, 2018 at 9:49 pmSo happy to hear that you love this dip! Thanks for reporting back!