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Apples With Dip Recipe

This lightened-up Apples with Dip recipe is a healthy and delicious snack or dessert! By swapping to fat-free cream cheese, you'll save a whopping 143 calories and 19 grams of fat (mostly saturated!) per serving. Enjoy perfectly crisp apples paired with a creamy peanut dip – a delightful combination of sweet and nutty flavors. Perfect for a healthy treat any time of day!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 195.5 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apples With Dip

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Ingredients for Apples With Dip

  • Fat Free Cream Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 2 medium apples (Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp)

How to Make Apples With Dip

  1. Place 4 ounces of fat-free cream cheese on a plate and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped peanuts.
  5. In a separate bowl, slice 2 medium apples (such as Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp).
  6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of orange juice over the apple slices to prevent browning.
  7. Serve the sliced apples immediately with the peanut butter dip. Enjoy!
  8. Optional: Garnish with extra chopped peanuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

4g

Carbs

11g

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