Description
This Apple Pie Dip features tender Granny Smith apples cooked with brown sugar and cinnamon, then layered over a sweet cream cheese base. It’s best served with graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for dipping, making it an interactive dessert everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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- 3 to 4 Granny Smith apples
- juice from 1/2 lemon (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 8-ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 4-ounces Cool Whip
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel and dice the apples into small, even pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss the apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the apple mixture and water, then stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
- Remove a few tablespoons of the liquid from the pan and stir it with the cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the mixture back into the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let the apple mixture cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add Cool Whip, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until creamy and well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into a serving dish. Spoon the cooled apple pie filling over the top.
- Serve immediately, or chill until ready to serve. Enjoy with graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 221
- Sugar: 28.5 g
- Sodium: 84.1 mg
- Fat: 9.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 32.9 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 23.1 mg