Description
Creamy pumpkin dip brings autumn’s warmth to seasonal gatherings with its rich, spiced flavor profile. Smooth cream cheese and pumpkin puree combine effortlessly, inviting guests to savor each delightful bite you’ll love sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
Spices and Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Topping:
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping
Instructions
- Whip cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform texture.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger) into the cream cheese mixture, stirring until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Gently fold whipped topping into the pumpkin blend, creating a light, airy consistency that transforms the dip into a cloud-like delicacy.
- Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and develop deeper complexity.
- Before serving, let the dip sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly, enhancing its creamy texture.
- Arrange an assortment of dippers like crisp graham crackers, tart apple slices, or crunchy pretzels around the dip for an inviting presentation.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature beforehand to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture when mixing.
- Use fresh, high-quality pumpkin puree for the most vibrant seasonal flavor and authentic taste.
- Adjust spice levels to personal preference, adding more or less cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger based on individual taste.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and sugar-free whipped topping to reduce overall calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg