Description

This easy caramel apple cheesecake dip combines a creamy cheesecake base with sweet caramel and crisp apple slices for the ultimate fall party treat. Quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for gatherings or cozy snacking.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional: extra caramel for drizzling
3–4 crisp apples, sliced (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji)
1 tbsp lemon juice
Graham crackers, pretzels, or vanilla wafers (for dipping)
Optional toppings: crushed graham crackers, chopped pecans or walnuts, ground cinnamon or apple pie spice

Instructions

Wash and slice 3-4 apples into medium wedges (about 1/2-inch thick). Toss slices in 1 tbsp lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat with a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
Transfer the cheesecake mixture into a serving dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
Pour caramel sauce over the cheesecake base. Swirl with a butter knife for a marbled look or let it pool on top.
Sprinkle optional toppings such as crushed graham crackers, chopped nuts, or cinnamon/apple pie spice over the caramel.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes for best texture (optional).
Arrange apple slices, graham crackers, pretzels, and other dippers around the dish. Serve immediately.

Notes

For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and yogurt. For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers or just apples for dipping. Chill the dip for best texture and flavor. If caramel is too runny, chill before pouring. Apples are best sliced fresh and tossed in lemon juice to prevent browning.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 2 tablespoons dip plus apple slices
Calories: 140
Sugar: 13
Sodium: 90
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 2
Protein: 3

Keywords: caramel apple dip, cheesecake dip, fall dessert, party appetizer, easy dip, apple recipes, autumn snack, no bake dessert