How to Make Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Spread
Thick, rich, and smooth, this 4-Ingredient Cream Cheese Apple Dip is a sweet and easy snack recipe that's ready in about 5 minutes. Whether you keep it in the refrigerator for after-school munchies or serve it at your next fall party, the crowd-pleasing treat will make everyone smile!
How to Make Apple Dip Video
Apple season is big business in Central Virginia -- especially in our little rural community of Madison County. In fact, the Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival is one of the biggest events of the year for our community, which draws tourists from the Washington, DC area down south to share a taste of our favorite local produce.
With fresh apples growing on trees in just about every yard (including our own little mini orchard), you better believe that a good apple dip recipe is a must-have for any home cook.
Some version of this cream cheese apple dip has been served at most fall gatherings I've attended over the years -- especially if there were kids present -- so it only seems fitting that I share the details on the blog. This is too good to keep to ourselves!
Ingredients
This is a quick overview of the simple ingredients that you'll need for an easy apple dip recipe. As always, specific measurements and complete cooking instructions are included in the printable box at the bottom of the post.
- Cream cheese: make sure that you use a block-style cream cheese (not a tub of spreadable cream cheese), and give it time to soften at room temperature so that it mixes smoothly with the other ingredients.
- Brown sugar and white sugar: for plenty of sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: adds delicious flavor.
How to Make Cream Cheese Apple Dip
The apples are simply the vehicle (or excuse) for scooping up delicious bites of brown sugar cream cheese frosting...
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
- Use an electric mixer to quickly and easily beat together the dip until the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
- Serve with sliced apples or other snacks for dipping!
What to Serve with Cream Cheese Apple Dip
Aside from the obvious APPLES that pair nicely with this brown sugar cream cheese dip, you can create a whole platter of dipping options for your next party. Here are a few additional ideas:
- Graham crackers
- Gingersnap cookies
- Animal crackers
- Sliced pears
- Pretzel sticks
- Breadsticks
- Crackers (like Ritz for that salty, buttery, contrast!)
Storage
Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It's a great prep-ahead option if you're hosting a gathering or attending a potluck!
Recipe Variations
- Add warm spices to the dip, such as cinnamon, nutmeg or apple pie spice mix.
- Use all brown sugar instead of some white sugar for a stronger molasses/caramel flavor.
- This dip isn't just for apples! Serve it with just about any fresh fruit, or pair it with salt snacks like pretzels or crackers.
Tips for the Best Apple Dip Recipe
- Use block-style full-fat cream cheese. A tub of spreadable cream cheese will not yield the same texture.
- Make sure that the cream cheese is nice and soft so that it blends smoothly with the other ingredients.
- If the dip is cold, let it sit on the counter for at least 10 minutes before enjoying so that it can soften. This will make it easier for dipping!
More Apple Recipes to Try
- Apple Walnut Cake with Caramel Glaze
- Old-Fashioned Apple Bundt Cake
- Apple Bread
- Easy Apple Crisp
- Easy Apple Galette
- Apple Dump Cake
- Old-Fashioned Cranberry Apple Crisp
4-Ingredient Cream Cheese Apple Dip
Thick, rich, and smooth, this 4-Ingredient Cream Cheese Apple Dip is a sweet and easy snack recipe that's ready in about 5 minutes.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword appetizer, dip, snack
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 14 servings (2 tablespoons each)
Calories 115 kcal
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- For serving: sliced apples
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Mix all ingredients in a bowl. I use a hand-held electric mixer to make the dip soft and fluffy, but you can also just mix it really well with a wooden spoon or whisk.
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Serve with sliced apples for dipping.
- Use block-style full-fat cream cheese. A tub of spreadable cream cheese will not yield the same texture.
- Make sure that the cream cheese is nice and soft so that it blends smoothly with the other ingredients.
- If the dip is cold, let it sit on the counter for at least 10 minutes before enjoying so that it can soften. This will make it easier for dipping!
- Add warm spices to the dip, such as cinnamon, nutmeg or apple pie spice mix.
- Prep ahead:the dip will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Serving: 2 tablespoons | Calories: 115 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Cholesterol: 17 mg | Sodium: 55 mg | Potassium: 38 mg | Sugar: 15 g | Vitamin A: 220 IU | Calcium: 26 mg | Iron: 0.1 mg
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