Our dear friend Tara Thueson shares a lot of things but this recipe is one of the best things we’ve received from her! Tara’s Sweet Toffee Dip—perfect for fall gatherings, holidays, or anytime you want a quick dessert that wows.
Sweet Toffee Dip: The Easiest Party Dessert You’ll Ever Make
If you’re looking for a no-bake, ultra-simple dessert that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, stop right here. This Sweet Toffee Dip is everything we love about desserts—creamy, sweet, rich, and full of buttery toffee bits—all whipped into a bowl and served with crisp apple slices, graham crackers, or pretzels.
It’s perfect for holiday spreads, potlucks, game day, or just a night on the couch with a good movie. Think caramel cheesecake meets dip—you’ve been warned: it’s dangerously addictive!
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce package of cream cheese, room temperature
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 8-ounce package of Heath English Toffee Bits without the milk chocolate
- 3-4 apples
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- Fold in toffee bits.
- Serve with sliced apples, Nila Wafers, Gingersnaps or strawberries.
- Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Perfect Dippers:
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Crisp apple slices (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are best)
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Graham crackers
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Nilla wafers
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Pretzels (for that salty-sweet combo!)
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Gingersnap cookies
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Biscotti or shortbread
Why You’ll Love This Dip:
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5 minutes to make. Seriously, that’s it.
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No baking required. A win for hot days or packed oven schedules.
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Make-ahead friendly. Whip it up the day before and chill until showtime.
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Versatile. Switch up the mix-ins—try crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
🍂 Seasonal Twist:
Add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice in the fall for a warm, spiced version. Or swirl in a spoonful of caramel sauce for an extra decadent finish.
