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Creamy Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip Recipe with Brown Sugar Pecans

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A silky, sweet, tangy, and nutty cream cheese dip with caramelized brown sugar pecans and crisp apple slices, perfect for fall gatherings and cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons (25 g) brown sugar (for pecans)
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter, melted (for pecans)
  • 2 large apples, sliced (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, toss pecan halves with 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 tablespoon melted butter until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake pecans for 8–10 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1/3 cup brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
  6. Fold about 3/4 of the cooled brown sugar pecans into the cream cheese mixture gently to keep pecans intact.
  7. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle the remaining pecans on top.
  8. Arrange freshly sliced apples around or on the side for dipping.
  9. Optional: Chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and texture firm up.

Notes

Watch pecans closely while roasting to prevent burning. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for smoother mixing. Slice apples just before serving or toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. For vegan version, use vegan cream cheese and coconut oil instead of butter.

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