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From the First Colony Kitchen Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip
Prep: 15 min | Cook: None | Serves: 8
A Safe & Happy Halloween
9 Keep walkways and porches well lit.
9 Use reflective tape or lights on costumes.
9 Accompany younger children while trick-or-treating.
9 Drive slowly and watch carefully for pedestrians.
Ingredients
◦ 8 oz cream cheese, softened
◦ 1 / 2 cup brown sugar
◦ 1 tsp vanilla extract
◦ 1 / 2 tsp cinnamon
◦ 1 / 2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
◦ 1 / 4 cup chopped pecans, optional
◦ 3-4 crisp apples, sliced
◦ Graham crackers and pretzels for serving
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
2. Spread the mixture evenly onto a serving plate or into a shallow bowl.
3. Drizzle generously with caramel sauce and sprinkle with chopped pecans, if desired. Finish with an extra caramel drizzle and a dash of cinnamon.
4. Serve immediately with fresh apple slices, graham crackers, and pretzels for dipping.
9 Keep pets safely indoors during peak activity.
Pro-Tip
Preparing the apples ahead of time? Lightly toss the slices with a little lemon juice to help prevent browning and keep them crisp and fresh.
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