I love the flavor of apples dipped in caramel in the fall, but I don’t love all the extra sugar and calories. This cream cheese caramel apple dip satisfies my sweet tooth in a healthier way with fat-free cream cheese, light Cool Whip, and sugar-free caramel sauce. This apple dip is perfect for sharing (or not– I won’t tell!), and it’s so easy to make. I recommend making a double batch because this dip disappears in minutes!
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There’s just something about caramel and apples together. It’s so perfect for autumn! If the weather is getting cool you better believe I am making this dip. This cream cheese caramel apple dip is creamy, dreamy, and just a little lighter on the calories and sugar.
What’s in This Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe?
- Fat-Free Cream Cheese: Makes this dip creamy and decadent but less fatty.
- Light Cool Whip: Makes the dip light and fluffy in texture.
- Sugar-Free Caramel Sauce: Adds rich caramel flavor without all the sugar.
- White Chocolate Chips: Add a pop of creamy white chocolate flavor and crunch to the dip.
Tips for Success
- You can use full-fat versions of the ingredients for a more indulgent dip.
- Feel free to leave out the white chocolate chips for a lower-calorie treat (reduces calories by about 81 per serving).
How to Store
This cream cheese caramel apple dip should stay fresh for 3-5 days when properly stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s great that it lasts a few days, but I always prefer it on the first day or two after making it. So delish!
Serving Suggestions
I made this creamy caramel dip with apples in mind, so of course I recommend serving this with apple slices. I love Honeycrisp, but Braeburn, Pink Lady, or Gala are also delicious. For a tart pairing, opt for Granny Smith!
I think it would be amazing as a caramel fondue! Cube other goodies, like cheesecake, brownies, or pound cake, and dip in the caramel sauce for a delicious treat!
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Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fat-free cream cheese 227 grams, room temperature (1 brick)
- 4 ounces light cool whip 114 grams (½ tub)
- 16 ounces sugar-free caramel sauce 453 grams
- ½ cup white chocolate chips 85 grams, optional
- Apple slices for dipping
Instructions
- Using a hand mixer, blend the cream cheese, Cool Whip, and caramel sauce until well combined.8 ounces fat-free cream cheese, 4 ounces light cool whip, 16 ounces sugar-free caramel sauce
- Mix in white chocolate chips.½ cup white chocolate chips
- You can eat immediately, or refrigerate for about an hour to allow to firm up a bit. Serve with apple slices.Apple slices
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Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information does not include apple slices.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip Step by Step
Beat the Dip: Using a hand mixer, blend 8 ounces (1 brick) of fat-free cream cheese, 4 ounces (½ tub) of light Cool Whip, and 16 ounces of sugar-free caramel sauce until well combined.
Add White Chocolate Chips: Mix in ½ cup of white chocolate chips.
Serve the Dip: You can eat it immediately, or refrigerate it for about an hour to allow it to firm up a bit. Serve with apple slices.
Can Smuckers Caramel Topping be used, or do you recommend a thicker sauce?
Thank you
That should work just fine. Everything is blended together, and the cream cheese provides most of the texture/consistency.
Very yummy, for my family I went full flavor and full fat, and I didn’t have cool Whip so I made up my own using 1/2 cup of cream with a splash of vanilla. I also chopped my white chocolate coarsely and my husband and boys couldn’t get enough.
Omg that sounds super yummy!! I’m glad you loved it so much!