Easy Salted Caramel Dip for Apple Slices – Best 5-Minute Recipe
This easy salted caramel dip for apple slices is a five-minute miracle that tastes like you spent an hour on the stove. It’s the perfect sweet and salty treat for fall gatherings or a simple snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Soften your cream cheese and butter by letting them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or microwave on low power in 10-second intervals until soft.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Beat with an electric hand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl halfway through.
- Add the packed brown sugar and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed at first, then increase to medium speed and beat for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth, silky, and light and fluffy like a thick frosting.
- Add the 1/2 teaspoon of flaky sea salt and beat on low speed just until incorporated. Taste and adjust salt or vanilla as desired.
- Optional: Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dip to firm up.
- While the dip chills, slice apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji) into thick slices about 1/4 inch thick. Toss with a little lemon juice and water to prevent browning.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, sprinkle with a generous pinch of flaky sea salt on top, and arrange apple slices around the bowl. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and unsalted butter. Make sure cream cheese and butter are truly softened to room temperature to avoid lumps. Flaky sea salt is non-negotiable for the topping; fine table salt will dissolve and lose the texture. The dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving and stir well. The dip can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (about
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 1
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