Simple & Nutritious Caramel Apple Dip with Greek Yogurt
Say hello to your new favourite way to eat apples! With simple, nutritious ingredients like dates, plain Greek yogurt and almond butter, this mouth-watering dip is not only delicious, it’s packed with nutrients like protein, fibre, and healthy fat. Whether you’re dipping apples, pears, or bananas, this healthy apple dip is sure to be a favourite among kids and adults.
Apples and caramel.. one of the world’s best flavour combinations.
I remember you used to be able to buy these little packages of caramel dip with apple slices in the produce section of the grocery store. They were such a treat!
Being a Registered Dietitian, I’m all about sharing balanced snack recipes that taste good too. So, I I thought I’d put a more nutritious spin on apples and caramel with a nutrient boost and more staying power. The result? This healthy caramel dip for apples!
Love a good dip like this one? You’ll have to try out my Healthy Berry Cheesecake Dip. Prefer something more savoury? How about High-Protein French Onion Dip, or this Lemon Garlic White Bean Dip.
Healthy Caramel Apple Dip Ingredients:
All you need to make this healthy caramel dip for apples is 5 simple and nutritious ingredients:
- Dates – these are what give the dip caramel flavour and natural sweetness
- Plain Greek yogurt – adds protein and a thick, creamy texture
- Almond butter – for creaminess and a little nutty flavour
- Vanilla extract & salt – for a little extra flavour factor!
What Makes this Caramel Dip Nutritious?
So many things!
First off, I’m a firm believer in adding a tasty dip to healthy foods that may not always be the most tasty on their own, like fruits and veggies. If it encourages you to eat more fruits and/or vegetables, it’s a healthy choice in my books.
Next, the dip uses Greek yogurt (not regular yogurt). I’m such a big fan of Greek yogurt for a variety of reasons! It’s high in protein, rich in nutrients like calcium, potassium, and vitamin B12, and low in sugar. It also adds a delicious creamy texture to our apple dip.
This recipe also uses dates, which sweetens the dip while offering nutrition! Dates are a good source of insoluble fibre, which helps to promote bowel regularity and healthy digestion. In addition to fibre, adding dates to our dip also adds important nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and antioxidants.
Finally, using almond butter in our healthy caramel dip for apples adds flavour and creaminess along with some healthy unsaturated fats.
How to Make Greek Yogurt Caramel Apple Dip:
What to Serve with Healthy Apple Dip:
Apple slices, of course!
In addition to apples, you can really use dip any fruit you like in it! Some options are:
- Pears
- Strawberries
- Bananas
- Grapes
- Orange sections
How Long Does The Dip Last?
The dip will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
Equipment Needed:
For this recipe, you will need a food processor or high speed blender. This is the food processor that I use and I love it! It’s one of my favourite kitchen tools.
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Simple & Nutritious Caramel Apple Dip with Greek Yogurt
Ingredients
- 6 pitted dates, soaked in boiling water for 15 minutes, then drained
- 2 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, (Greek yogurt *not regular yogurt)
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Equipment
Instructions
- Add dates to a food processor or high-speed blender and pulse until chopped up.
- Add water and blend until a paste forms.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend again until everything is well-combined, creamy, and smooth.
- Serve with apple slices or other fruit!
