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Caramelized Apple, Brie & Bacon Dip

This warm and creamy Caramelized Apple, Brie & Bacon Dip combines melted Brie, cream cheese, and Gruyère with buttery cinnamon-spiced apples and crisp bacon for the ultimate sweet-savory appetizer. It comes together quickly on the stovetop and finishes in the oven until bubbly and golden. Perfect for holiday gatherings, fall entertaining, or cozy nights at home, this dip pairs beautifully with toasted baguette, pretzel crisps, apple slices, and rosemary crackers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Appetizer
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 8 oz Brie cheese cut into cubes
  • ½ cup shredded Gruyère or white cheddar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried
  • pinch of salt & black pepper
For the Caramelized Apples
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 medium apples peeled and diced (Honeycrisp or Pink Lady work great)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
For Topping
  • 4-6 slices thick-cut bacon cooked and crumbled
  • honey or maple syrup for drizzling
  • extra thyme or rosemary for garnish

Equipment

  • Pie dish or small baking dish
  • Medium skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rubber spatula r wooden spoon
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat & Prep
    Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Caramelize the Apples
    Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
    Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
    Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and become glossy and caramelized.
    Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Make the Cheese Base
    In a bowl, mix together:
    cream cheese, chopped brie, shredded Gruyère or white cheddar, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt & pepper.
    It doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth, small chunks of Brie will melt beautifully.
    Spread the mixture evenly into your dish.
  4. Add Apples & Bake
    Spoon the caramelized apples evenly over the cheese mixture.
    Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the center is melty.
  5. Add Bacon & Finish
    Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the hot dip.
    Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup for a glossy, sweet-savory finish.
    Garnish with extra thyme or rosemary.