Apple Fries with Caramel Cream Dip

to 5 tart apples (we used Pink Ladies)

buttermilk

sugar

Wondra flour

vegetable oil (for frying)

cinnamon and sugar (to taste)

cream cheese

Cool Whip (or 1 cup whipping cream with 1/2 cup sugar- whipped until stiff)

caramel sauce (store bought or homemade (see above))