Caramel Apple Pizza
Courtesy of Michigan Apple Committee 8 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 20 Min. Cook TimeIngredients |
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1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened |
1/3 c. AND 1/4 c. Marzetti's caramel apple dip, divided |
1 Boboli Italian pizza crust (14 oz.) |
2 large Michigan Apples*, cored, thinly sliced |
2 Tbsp. sugar |
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon |
1/3 c. coarsely chopped salted cashews |
Suggested Michigan Apple varieties to use: Ida Red, Rome, Empire, Gala, Jonagold, Jonathan, McIntosh. |
Directions:
1. Combine cream cheese and 1/3 c. caramel apple dip until well blended. Place bread shell on baking sheet. Spread mixture evenly to within 1 in. of edge of shell.
2. Toss apples with sugar and cinnamon until evenly coated. Arrange slices spoke fashion over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with nuts. Drizzle remaining 1/4 c. caramel apple dip over apples and nuts.
3. Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 18 to 20 min. or until apples are tender. Serve warm.