Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling
- 3-4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- Juice from ½ lemon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 4 oz Cool Whip
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the apple pie filling: In a large bowl, toss the chopped Granny Smith apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well coated. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat, add the apple mixture with a splash of water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes until the apples are soft.
- Thicken the sauce: Remove a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid from the pan and mix it with the cornstarch until smooth. Return this mixture to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Remove from heat and let the apple filling cool completely.
- Prepare the cream cheese layer: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the Cool Whip, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract, then continue mixing until the mixture is fluffy and well blended.
- Assemble the dip: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into your serving dish, then spoon the cooled apple pie filling over the top to create a layered dip.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the dip immediately or chill until ready to serve. Pair it with graham crackers, cookies, or pretzels for a delicious sweet-and-salty treat.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for the best tart flavor and texture.
- Allow the apple filling to cool completely before assembling to prevent it from melting the cream cheese layer.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese and Cool Whip with plant-based alternatives.
- This dip can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; stir gently before serving if chilled.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts like pecans for added crunch if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
