Nutty Caramel Apple Dip

Name: Nutty Caramel Apple Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 cups.
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup apple butter; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts; Sliced apples

Looking for a standout appetizer that could double as a dessert? Try this fast, no-fuss favorite that Darlene Brenden whips up for family and friends in Salem, Oregon. “It’s a fun change of pace for your munchies menu and an easy way to get folks to snack on apples instead of junk food,” Darlene points out.

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup apple butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts
Sliced apples

Directions

In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, apple butter, brown sugar and vanilla until combined. Stir in the peanuts. Serve with apple slices. Refrigerate leftovers.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested with commercially prepared apple butter.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 210 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 131mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

Originally published as Caramel Apple Dip in Country Woman January/February 2006

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susanrinaustin

Oct 15, 2011

I made this with lowfat cream cheese and served with a variety of apple slices at an office birthday party. It was a huge hit because it wasn't heavy and was healthier than frosted cake. The next day, people had the leftovers as breakfast and it was suggested it would be great on a whole grain bagel, too. We all thought walnuts instead of peanuts would make it even better.
rob_jan

Oct 2, 2011

Great way to get family to eat apples!
angelasandoval

Jul 23, 2011

Getting rid of my old cream cheese/brown sugar apple dip recipe. The apple butter really adds something extra special!
marilyn June

Aug 17, 2010

My family loves this dip, not only with apples, but with graham crackers, pretzels and even celery and carrots! LOVE THIS!