Name: Easy Apple Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups Apple; 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice; 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar; 0.25 tsp Cinnamon; 0.125 tsp Nutmeg; 1 tsp Cornstarch

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Easy Apple Dip

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Instructions

Combine the apples, lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg together in a microwave-safe bowl; stir to combine.

Microwave on high for 5 minutes or until mixture is bubbling and juice comes out of the apples.

Remove from microwave, stir in the cornstarch slurry.

Microwave on high for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens.

Can be served warm or cold.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Choose Granny Smith for Tartness 🍎
Use exclusively Granny Smith apples for their firm texture and tart flavor that balances the brown sugar sweetness and prevents the dip from becoming cloying.
Cornstarch Slurry Prevents Lumps 🥄
Mix cornstarch with a small amount of cold water or lemon juice before adding to create a smooth slurry, preventing clumping and ensuring silky texture.
Fresh Lemon Juice Last Step ✨
Add fresh lemon juice in the final 30 seconds of cooking to brighten flavors and prevent oxidation without cooking off the delicate citrus notes.
Bloom Your Spices Early 🌰
Toast cinnamon and nutmeg in the butter or pan for 1-2 minutes before adding apples to unlock their essential oils and intensify their warm, complex flavors.
Dice Apples Uniformly for Even Cooking ⏱️
Cut apples into ¼-inch consistent pieces so they cook evenly and maintain their shape while creating a chunky, appealing texture throughout the dip.