Description
This Apple Pie Dip is a quick, cozy dessert packed with warm apple pie flavor—without the hassle of baking a crust. Perfect for dipping with cinnamon-sugar chips, graham crackers, or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp preferred)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the apples and lemon juice, stirring to coat.
- Mix in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the apples begin to soften.
- Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until melted and smooth.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to a bowl or serving dish.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a few tablespoons of caramel sauce after cooking.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Include a pinch of nutmeg or apple pie spice for added warmth.
- Swap apples with pears for a twist.
- Use plant-based butter to make it dairy-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
