Description
Sweet caramel apple toffee dip blends creamy cream cheese with rich toffee bits for an irresistible dessert companion. Crisp apple slices provide perfect crunch alongside this indulgent treat you’ll want to share at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 226 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 45 g (3 tbsps) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 70 g Heath English toffee bits, plus extra for garnish
- 43 g mini chocolate chips, plus extra for garnish
- Apples, sliced for dipping
Instructions
- Softening: Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature for seamless blending and optimal texture.
- Creaming: Whisk cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl until completely smooth and lump-free, creating a velvety foundation for the dip.
- Sweetening: Gradually integrate brown sugar into the cream cheese, stirring consistently to develop a uniform, luxurious mixture that balances sweetness and creaminess.
- Flavoring: Introduce vanilla extract, thoroughly mixing to infuse the dip with a rich, aromatic essence that elevates the overall taste profile.
- Texturizing: Gently fold toffee bits into the creamy base, ensuring even distribution to create a delightful crunch and caramel undertone throughout the dip.
- Enhancing: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips across the surface, carefully incorporating them to provide bursts of chocolatey goodness in every scoop.
- Presenting: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an inviting and polished appearance.
- Finishing: Artfully garnish with additional toffee bits and mini chocolate chips, adding visual intrigue and extra textural complexity.
- Preparing Accompaniment: Thoroughly wash and slice crisp apples into wedges, creating the perfect vehicle for enjoying this decadent dip.
- Serving: Either serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and achieve an ideal, firm consistency.
Notes
- Soften Cream Cheese Properly: Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes to ensure smooth, lump-free blending and easy mixing.
- Achieve Creamy Consistency: Whisk cream cheese thoroughly to create a silky base that guarantees a luxurious texture and prevents any unwanted lumps.
- Balance Flavor Layers: Gradually add brown sugar and vanilla extract to develop a rich, harmonious taste that complements the toffee and chocolate elements.
- Serving and Storage Tips: Chill the dip for enhanced flavor melding or serve immediately with fresh apple slices for maximum taste and textural enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg