It's fall, so that means it's time for Apple Dip!

So far, everyone who tries this apple dip loves it. Here's hoping that you like it, too!

• 1 jar Mrs. Richardson’s butterscotch caramel ice cream topping (the jar is around 17 ounces. We’ve tried it with other caramel toppings and it just isn’t as good.)
• 1 8-ounce bar of cream cheese (we’ve tried the reduced fat and generic brands, which all seem to work well)
• 1 package of Heath Bars (we usually get the mini bars, which are easier to find around Halloween. You can also get a pack of the full-size Heath bars.)
• Apples (pick your favorite variety!)

Crush the heath bars into small bits (excellent for stress relief!). Be sure not to form a powder, though. You want small pieces that will give a good crunch, but fit on a slice of apple. Mix the caramel and cream cheese. I usually warm the caramel by putting it in the microwave for 20 seconds and let the cream cheese come to room temperature, for easier mixing. (Or, I make hubby do the mixing!) Don’t let the caramel get too warm, though, because it will melt the chocolate on the Heath bars with less-than tasty results. Add the Heath Bar bits and mix together.

Slice apples to desired size and dip! We've found that the dip also works with animal crackers, pretzels, and pita chips.

Enjoy!