Caramel Apple Dip

Tara B. had a great recipe for this. I don't know if this is it, but it's pretty close, and so yummy. I halved it and cut up a couple of apples for snack today. We didn't finish it off (apparently I liked it more than the kids), so I'm glad I didn't make much, or I'd be eating way too much!

16 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1/4 cup water
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup brown sugar

In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, or in the microwave, melt caramels with water, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, cream together cream cheese and sugar. Fold in caramel mixture. Serve immediately.