The very best thing about apple season is enjoying them with caramel. In my opinion, it’s one of the best flavor combinations ever, whether you add them to cookies or enjoy dipping them. Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip is a delicious treat to make for neighbors, friends or family, and also makes an adorable gift.

A creamy layer of cream cheese mixed with caramel, brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with more caramel and sprinkled with crushed candy bars. These cute little jars filled with this dip and given along with an apple are sure to make you the most popular person on the block!

Creating these cute little treats is super easy and the printable Fall toppers are the perfect addition. But you could also certainly just make the dip, layer it in a deep dish and serve with sliced apples along side.

Honestly my friends, you must try this recipe. I’m not a huge cream cheese fan unless it’s mixed heavily with other ingredients, but the addition of the caramel here is just perfect. And the crunch from the candy bar bits is delicious!

I spotted this idea via Pinterest on Jo and Sue’s blog, and just loved how they served up this delicious dip. I did change their recipe some by making by using my favorite recipe for Caramel Sauce.

I think the addition of twine and the Fall toppers is so fun. Here’s what I used…

Fall Gift Supplies

• Twine or other small ribbon
• Printable Fall Toppers – grab them below

Directions

1. Cut a long piece of twine, then tie a knot around the stem of the apple to secure the twine
2. Wrap around the bottom and crossing it to secure
3. Bring the twine back up around the jar and tie off leaving a few inches of twine
4. Print out the Fall toppers, cut with a round hole punch if desired, then punch a small hole for the twine to fit through, attach the topper

I found great Fall printed scrapbook paper at Hobby Lobby for the tags. I used 4 ounce Mason Jars, but any size will work.

Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This Fall Treat is easy to put together and makes a GREAT gift too! FREE Printable Tags included with Recipe!

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Ingredients

Cream Cheese Mixture

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Caramel Sauce

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cups heavy cream
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 1-2 tablespoon cornstarch {if needed for thickness}

Topping

• Heath English Toffee Bits (found in the baking aisle) or chop a candy bar into small pieces

Instructions

Caramel Sauce

1. In a small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, salt and cream
2. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes or until thickened
3. Add cornstarch a little at a time and whisk in completely until desired consistency
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla
5. Set aside to cool slightly, about 5 minutes

Cream Cheese Mixture

1. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and beat until smooth

Assembly for Jars

1. Place cream cheese mixture in a decorator bag or resealable bag to make it easier to fill jars. I used 4 oz. Mason Jars, but any size will work.
2. Place caramel sauce in a squeeze bottle to make it easier to fill jars
3. Fill jar about 1/3 full with cream cheese mixture, top with caramel sauce and sprinkle with toffee bits
4. Place lid on jar, add an apple and tie with twine if desired

Notes

You can also serve this by placing the cream cheese mixture in a deep dish, cover with caramel sauce and sprinkle with toffee bits

Printable Fall Cupcake Toppers

You can also use the Printables as Cupcake Toppers! Learn how to make these Fall Cupcakes with Candy Acorns, on the Cupcake Page!

Love Caramel Apples? Here are some of my favorites…

Caramel Apple Nut Crumble | Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Caramel Apple Nut Bars | Caramel Apple Fondue

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