Caramel Apple Delight (Dip)
A sweet, whipped caramel-style dip made from cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla, and caramel flavoring. It tastes like a shortcut cheesecake-caramel hybrid—made for crisp apple slices.
Servings: 1
Cost: $4-6
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Apple corer or knife
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- 8 oz. softened cream cheese
- 1 tsp. Watkins vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. Watkins caramel flavor
- 1/3 c. brown sugar
- Apples cored and sliced
Instructions
- Blend first four ingredients together.
- Use as a dip for apple slices.
Notes
Recipe Tips
- Let the cream cheese soften fully so it whips smooth and fluffy with the brown sugar.
- Chill 15–30 minutes for a thicker dip that holds up well on an apple platter.
- Slice apples right before serving, or toss slices with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Start with the caramel flavor as written—you can always add a drop more after tasting.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips or toffee bits for extra texture and a caramel-apple crunch vibe.
- Swap caramel flavor for maple flavor (or a little maple syrup) for a fall twist.
- Dairy-free: use plant-based cream cheese and keep the same sweetener ratios.
- Lower-sugar: use a brown-sugar substitute or reduce to 1/4 cup and add a pinch of salt for balance.