How to Make Apple Pie Dip
If you love apple pie, you have to try this Apple Pie Dip! It has all the sweet, comforting flavors of apple pie in a creamy dip that takes just minutes to make. It’s easy, a little unexpected, and absolutely delicious.

The combination of sweet apple pie filling, cream cheese, brown sugar, and warm pumpkin pie spice makes this dip taste like a slice of apple pie in every bite. But here’s the fun part: instead of serving it with pie crust, try it with potato chips!
I know, potato chips might not be the first thing you think of when you hear dessert, but trust me on this one. The salty crunch of the chips paired with the sweet, creamy dip is such a delicious combination. It’s one of those recipes that makes people curious enough to try it and happy they did.
This is a great recipe to keep in mind when you need something special for a party, holiday gathering, game day snack table, or an easy dessert to share with friends. There’s no pie crust to make, no apples to peel, and no oven required. Just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of mixing.
Why You’ll Love This Apple Pie Dip
- So easy to make. This recipe comes together in minutes with simple ingredients, making it perfect when you need something delicious without spending much time in the kitchen.
- All the flavor of apple pie. Apple pie filling, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice give this dip that familiar sweet, spiced apple flavor.
- Creamy and smooth. Cream cheese and sour cream give the dip a rich, creamy texture that makes it perfect for scooping.
- Sweet and salty. Potato chips add a crunchy, salty contrast that makes this dessert dip surprisingly irresistible.
- Perfect for sharing. Serve it at fall parties, Thanksgiving gatherings, holiday get-togethers, or anytime you want an easy treat that feels a little different.
Ingredients for Apple Pie Dip
You only need a few everyday ingredients to make this easy dessert dip.
- Apple pie filling: A can of apple pie filling gives the dip its signature apple flavor without the work of preparing fresh apples. It also adds sweetness and that familiar apple pie taste.
- Cream cheese: Use softened cream cheese so it blends smoothly with the other ingredients. Reduced-fat cream cheese works well, too.
- Sour cream: This adds a little tanginess and helps create a creamy, scoopable consistency.
- Brown sugar: Just a little adds a deeper sweetness that complements the apples and spices.
- Pumpkin pie spice: This brings warm cinnamon and other familiar baking spices to the dip. It’s an easy way to get that cozy apple pie flavor.
- Graham cracker crumbs: Sprinkle these over the top for a simple garnish that gives the dip a little pie-crust-inspired finish.
- Potato chips: These are my favorite unexpected way to serve this dip. Choose sturdy chips that can hold a generous scoop without breaking.

How to Make Apple Pie Dip
This recipe is wonderfully simple. You don’t need to cook anything or wait for a dessert to bake and cool.
- Soften the cream cheese– Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature before mixing. This makes it much easier to blend into a smooth, creamy dip without lumps.
- Add the ingredients– Place the softened cream cheese, sour cream, apple pie filling, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice in a mixing bowl.
- Blend until smooth– Use an immersion blender to blend everything together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You can also use a regular blender or food processor. Scrape down the sides as needed to make sure all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Garnish and serve– Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the top. Serve with potato chips for a sweet-and-salty combination, or offer a variety of dippers so everyone can choose a favorite.
That’s it! You have a delicious apple pie-inspired dip ready to enjoy.
Tips for Making the Best Apple Pie Dip
Let the cream cheese soften first. This is the easiest way to avoid little lumps in your finished dip. If the cream cheese is too cold, it won’t blend as easily with the other ingredients.
Blend thoroughly. An immersion blender works especially well for this recipe. Blend until the apple pie filling is incorporated and the dip has a creamy consistency.
Adjust the spice to your taste. Pumpkin pie spice gives the dip its warm, familiar flavor. If you prefer a stronger spice flavor, you can add a little more the next time you make it.
Add the graham cracker crumbs just before serving. The crumbs make a simple, attractive garnish and give the dip a little resemblance to apple pie crust.
Choose sturdy chips. A chip that holds its shape is ideal for scooping. Ridged potato chips are a fun option, and the saltiness pairs especially well with the sweet dip.
What to Serve with Apple Pie Dip
Potato chips are the unexpected favorite here, but you have plenty of options for serving this dip.
- Ridged potato chips
- Classic salted potato chips
- Graham crackers
- Vanilla wafer cookies
- Cinnamon-sugar pita chips
- Fresh apple slices
For a party, arrange two or three different dippers around a bowl of the dip. It makes a simple dessert spread that looks inviting without requiring much preparation.
If you’re serving a crowd, I recommend offering both potato chips and something sweet, such as vanilla wafers. The different textures and flavors make the dip even more fun to try.
A Sweet Dip with a Salty Surprise
This Apple Pie Dip is proof that a simple recipe can be something really special. It takes the familiar flavors of apple pie and turns them into an easy, creamy dip that you can make in minutes.
And don’t skip the potato chips! That sweet-and-salty combination is what makes this recipe so memorable. Serve it the next time you want something a little different, and see how quickly everyone gathers around the bowl.

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Apple Pie Dip
Ingredients
- 1 10 oz can apple pie filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar,
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- apples
- kettle style potato chips
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese and make sure it’s smooth before adding other ingredients or the dip will be lumpy.
- Mix with immersion blender:
- cream cheese, sour cream, apple pie filling, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and blend until smooth.
- You could use a blender or food processor to blend this dip smooth as well.
- Garnish dip with Graham Cracker Crumbs resembling a real apple pie for fun. Apple slices and kettle style potato chips are my favorite dippers


That sounds great. I would like their Sea Salt Chips with ranch dip
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Sounds delicious! Thank you for the giveaway!
What a fun idea that plays of that delicious combination of salty and sweet!
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Uh, yum! I can’t wait to take this to a party later this week! This is totally bookmarked!
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I like Sea Salt with ranch but the apple dip sounds so good!!! Thanks for a chance to win and have a great day!
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I love Kettle chips too!! My fave are the salt & vinegar. My favorite dip is, well there are many! Ceviche, spinach and artichoke dip, guacamole! 🙂
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I love that you used the Kettle Chips. And man. That dip, YUM!
Wow…who doesn’t love apple pie! This sounds delicious!
This looks SO awesome, Diane!! And I love that you used Kettle chips as your dip vessel. Sweet and salty is my fave!
Perfect dip for the holidays!
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What a great dip recipe! I love the sweet and salty combo.
I love Kettle brand chips and have never thought of making a apple pie dip, but this sounds amazing…..
oooh, this sounds amazing – very creative, Diane!
Can not wait to try this!
This seems like it would be great with cinnamon pita chips, too! maybe sprinkle cinnamon on regular kettle chips?
oh yes cinnamon chips would be great with this too 🙂
This looks SO yummy! I am going to try it today.
What a great dip recipe! Thanks so much for the giveaway!
okay #1 you are a genius #2 great giveaway!
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apple pie dip! So smart…shame I never thought of it before. 🙂
This looks like it would be so good for fall football watch parties! Can’t wait to make it!