Description

This Whipped Brie & Salted Apple Cider Caramel recipe combines creamy whipped brie and cream cheese with a rich, homemade apple cider caramel sauce accented by flaky salt and toasted nuts. Served with fresh apple slices or crackers, this elegant appetizer balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for entertaining or a special snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese Mixture

6 oz brie (no rind)
2 oz cream cheese

Salted Apple Cider Caramel

1 cup apple cider
1 tbsp cane sugar
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp heavy cream
¼ to ½ tsp kosher salt

Toppings & Serving

Flaky salt to taste
Toasted pecans (to taste)
Toasted almonds (to taste)
Apple slices (see notes)

Instructions

Make Apple Cider Reduction: Pour the apple cider, cane sugar, and brown sugar into a medium saucepan. Stir to combine and cook over medium-high heat, stirring every few minutes until the mixture reduces by half and thickly coats the back of a spoon, about 12-14 minutes.
Add Butter and Finish Caramel: Stir in the butter and cook for an additional minute to incorporate. Remove from heat, then mix in the kosher salt and heavy cream. If the caramel is too thick or hardens upon cooling, thin it with extra cream or a splash of apple cider until desired consistency is reached.
Whip Brie and Cream Cheese: Using a mixer or food processor, whip the rindless brie and cream cheese together until very smooth and creamy. This will create a spreadable base for the caramel topping.
Assemble and Serve: Spread the whipped cheese mixture onto a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the salted apple cider caramel. Sprinkle flaky salt and toasted pecans and almonds on top. Serve with fresh apple slices or, alternatively, crackers and bread.
Enjoy: For best flavor and presentation, enjoy immediately. See notes for apple slice preparation to prevent browning.

Notes

To keep apple slices from browning, dip them briefly in lemon juice or a mixture of water and a splash of vinegar before serving.
Use apple varieties that hold shape and have a balance of tartness and sweetness like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Pink Lady.
The caramel consistency can be adjusted by adding more cream or cider if it thickens too much as it cools.
This recipe works well as an appetizer for fall or holiday gatherings, pairing excellently with crisp white wines or sparkling apple cider.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: whipped brie, apple cider caramel, salted caramel, appetizer, fall recipe, cheese dip, toasted nuts, apple slices