Description
This homemade apple pie dip combines a creamy, sweetened cream cheese base with a warm, spiced apple topping reminiscent of classic apple pie flavors. Served with crunchy cinnamon sugar pita chips, this dip is perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a cozy dessert that’s easy to prepare and share.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Base
- 8 Oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
Spiced Apple Topping
- 3 Large Apples, peeled and diced small
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 Cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 Tsp Allspice
- 1/2 Tsp Nutmeg
- 2 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 Cup Water
To Serve
- 1 Bag Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a medium-sized bowl, use a hand mixer to blend together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the Base: Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a pie dish and smooth it out evenly to create a flat surface for the apple topping.
- Toss Apples with Lemon Juice: In a large bowl, add the diced apples and toss them with the lemon juice to prevent browning and add a tart brightness.
- Cook the Apples: Place the tossed apples into a saucepan and add the brown sugar, water, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to soften the apples and develop flavors.
- Thicken the Mixture: Remove about 1/4 cup of liquid from the saucepan and stir in the cornstarch until completely dissolved. Pour this mixture back into the saucepan and allow it to cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling thickens.
- Cool the Apple Topping: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the apple mixture cool for about 10 minutes. This step prevents the cream cheese base from melting when the topping is added.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon the cooled apple mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer. Serve immediately with cinnamon sugar pita chips for dipping and enjoy this delightful apple pie-inspired dessert dip.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use tart and crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the base.
- Add a pinch of salt to the apple mixture if you want to balance the sweetness.
- The dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Substitute pita chips with graham crackers or vanilla wafers for different dipping options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple pie dip, dessert dip, cream cheese dip, apple dessert, fall recipe, easy dessert, cinnamon apple dip
