Description
This creamy and delicious Apple Pie Dip combines whipped cream cheese with sweet apple pie filling for a perfect dessert or snack. Easy to prepare and served cold, it pairs wonderfully with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or cinnamon pita chips, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Cream Mixture
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup cold heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Topping and Serving
- 1 (21-ounce) can apple pie filling
- Ground cinnamon, for serving (optional)
- Serving options: graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or cinnamon pita chips
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: Beat 1/2 cup cold heavy cream in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 1 to 3 minutes. Transfer the whipped cream to another bowl and set aside.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: Using the paddle attachment on medium speed, beat the 8 ounces of room-temperature cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (if using), and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in the now-empty bowl until light and very fluffy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing, about 3 minutes.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a flexible spatula until well combined, maintaining the mixture’s fluffiness. Transfer the combined mixture to a wide, shallow bowl or pie dish and spread evenly.
- Add Apple Pie Filling: Using kitchen shears, cut the apples in the 21-ounce can of apple pie filling into small, pea-sized pieces. Spoon the pie filling evenly over the cream cheese mixture. Optionally, sprinkle with ground cinnamon for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve: Serve the Apple Pie Dip chilled with your choice of graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or cinnamon pita chips for dipping.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before whipping to avoid lumps.
- Cutting the apple pie filling into smaller pieces improves texture and makes dipping easier.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving for better flavor and texture.
- Optional cinnamon sprinkle adds warmth and enhances apple flavor.
- Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a different flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Apple Pie Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Apple Dessert Dip, No-Bake Dip, Party Dip, Fall Dessert
