The Best Apple Brickle Dip
Every once in a while, you meet someone who you immediately know is a special person in this world. Quite a few years ago, I worked in the special education department of an elementary school. It was my first day on the job, and a lady came over and introduced herself to me. I will never forget her introduction. She stated, “You may not know me, but I know you. My husband is Richard, and I am Anita.” Anita extended a friendly hand on a day that I really needed one. Her husband, Richard, was my boss, and one of the finest special educators for whom I have ever worked.
I quickly learned that one of Anita’s signature recipes was brickle dip. I had no clue what brickle was when I asked for the recipe, but I couldn’t wait to find out. I learned that brickle bits are Heath Bar or toffee chips.
In December 2016, Anita went on to be with our Lord after several battles with cancer. She fought the good fight with the most uplifting spirit that I have ever encountered. Anita taught kindergarten, and it amazes me to think of all the lives she touched throughout the years, including mine. Anita loved Jesus, and she loved her family, and everyone who knew Anita loved her. I think about Anita’s larger than life personality quite often.
Anita’s Apple Brickle Dip
3/4 cup of granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
8 ounces of whipped cream cheese
One bag of Heath Bar Brickle Bits
Apples for dipping
Pineapple juice if you are not using the apples immediately
A spatula is a perfectly acceptable blending utensil, no mixer is required for this recipe. Combine the whipped cream cheese with the brown sugar and blend well.
Next, add in the granulated sugar and mix.
Pour in the bag of brickle bits and combine all of the ingredients thoroughly. Refrigerate the mixture until you are ready to serve.
Slice your favorite variety of apples for dipping. If you are not using the apples immediately after slicing, soak them in pineapple juice. The juice will protect the apples from oxidation. Typically, bakers and cooks use lemon juice to preserve fruits from oxidation. However, pineapple juice is genius because it eliminates the tartness associated with traditional lemon juice.
When I am in a hurry, I like to purchase the pre-sliced apples that are a mix of red and green.
*You can use an 8-ounce block of cream cheese rather than the whipped version if desired. However, you may need a mixer to gain proper consistency. Also, sometimes you can find chocolate covered brickle, like a true Heath Bar. The chocolate changes the consistency and taste of the dip. I prefer the traditional brickle bits, but feel free to experiment.
You can use an assortment of fruits or other foods for dipping. The brickle dip is also marvelous on pineapple and strawberries. However, my absolute favorite is the traditional apple recipe.
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