Apple Pie Dip
Apple Pie Dip is a smart, modern take on apple pie that skips the crust but keeps all the flavor. It’s creamy, cinnamon-sweet, and just the thing for when you want the comfort of pie without all the work. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, it turns simple ingredients into something that feels special.
It tastes like apple pie and cheesecake had the best kind of collaboration. Warm, tender apples meet a smooth cream cheese base, creating a mix of tart, sweet, and creamy in every bite. Pair it with graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for the perfect balance of crunch and cream.
Dessert Dips Are Where It’s At!
Save yourself the hassle of rolling or blind baking pie crusts. This dip comes together quickly and can be served warm or chilled. It’s great for when you want something homemade that still feels effortless.
If you like the idea of easy dipping desserts try my Pumpkin Pie Dip, it’s like a pumpkin pie in dip form. Pecan Pie Dip has all the flavor of a pecan pie, none of the work of making a crust. Want one more? Ok, this one isn’t typically a pie, just a dessert, Cannoli Dip.
What You Need To Make Apple Pie Dip
Before you start, gather your apples and let the cream cheese soften, it makes for a smoother dip. Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best contrast against the sweet cream layer.
- Granny Smith apples
- Lemon juice
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Water
- Cornstarch
- Cream cheese
- Cool Whip
- Confectioners’ sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Items for Dipping, see below
What to Use For Dipping in Apple Pie Dip
There are so many things for dipping into this dip. Here’s an inconclusive list of ideas:
- Graham crackers
- Nilla wafers
- Biscoff cookies
- Shortbread cookies
- Pretzels or pretzel crisps
- Gingersnaps
- Apple slices
- Pear slices
- Fresh strawberries
- Banana chunks
- Toasted pound cake cubes
- Cinnamon pita chips
- Mini waffles or waffle pieces
- Coffee-flavored biscotti
- Mini donut holes
- Plain or cinnamon bagel chips
- Ladyfingers
- Animal crackers
To Store This Dip
Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to three days. Serve it cold or reheat the apple layer separately before assembling again. It’s just as good the next day, maybe even better.
Apple Pie Dip
Ingredients
- 3-4 Granny Smith apples
- Juice from ½ lemon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tsps ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 4 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel and dice the apples into small, even pieces
- Toss apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a large bowl
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the apple mixture and water
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until apples are tender
- Remove a few tablespoons of liquid from the pan, mix with cornstarch until smooth, and stir back into the pan
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens
- Remove from heat and let the apple mixture cool completely
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth
- Add Cool Whip, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until creamy
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into a serving dish and spoon the cooled apple filling on top
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve
- Pair with graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for dipping
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Notes
Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth.
