Pumpkin Dip is a sweet and creamy dip with the perfect hint of pumpkin spice. This dip makes for a great dessert or even an appetizer.
Summer is starting to wind down, and school is getting ready to go back. Every year as school returns I start craving all things fall. Pumpkin spice lattes and pumpkin muffins are on the top of my list. It’s time for warm soups, hearty casseroles, and all things comfort food! I’ve been wanting to create a classic fall recipe that is easy to make (because let’s face it I’m not Martha Stewart), delicious but doesn’t take forever to make, and is a crowd pleaser. That’s where this creamy pumpkin dip comes into play.
Unfortunately for me, my husband isn’t the biggest pumpkin fan but he loved this dip! It’s creamy, sweet and full of spice! He even ate it with fruit. Those of you with husbands know that sometimes getting them to eat a food that they consider healthy is a feat. He gobbled this cream cheese pumpkin dip right up, along with the gingersnaps and apple slices that I served it with.
I think my personal favorite combination for this pumpkin dip with cool whip is gingersnaps. You don’t have to slave away all day making homemade gingersnaps if you really don’t want to. I took a shortcut and used the store bought kind. I mean, we can only do so much in a day right?
(I’m still a pie girl at heart!) Of course, you can use whatever type of cracker or cookie that you prefer to be the vessel to this delicious and sweet dip to your mouth.
Ways to use Pumpkin Dip
Just think of all the recipes that this cream cheese dip would go great with? It would be amazing on french toast, pancakes or waffles! Toasted bread or even pretzels would be awesome too! You could even stir it into oatmeal or pour it over ice cream. As you can see this dip has so many possibilities that will make your fall dreams come true!
Serve this dip at your next Halloween party, or even just to your family one day. I love to make this pumpkin dip for Thanksgiving as an appetizer while we are waiting on the food to cook. It seems like every year there is at least one family that is an hour or more late for our family thanksgiving dinner. So, I use this creamy dip to help keep the hangry kids at bay.
What type of cream cheese should I use
Use regular Cream Cheese. It will be the easiest to spread and dip from. You can use lower fat cream cheese, however I found that lower fat cream cheese will result in a thinner pumpkin dip.
How do I store pumpkin dip with cool whip
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If it’s not completely eaten, may need to stir before serving
What is cream cheese made of
Cream Cheese is made of Milk and Cream. This mixture leaves a creamy and tangy cheese that we all love.
Can I use real pumpkin instead of canned
You can make your own pumpkin puree, and it’ll be fresher. For this recipe you will need just 8 oz of pureed pumpkin.
Can you add alcohol to spice it up
You could, you should up the cream cheese though to help keep the dip not too watery. You could try a spiced rum or bourbon.
What if I don’t allow the cream cheese to become ‘softened’
If you haven’t allowed your cream cheese to warm a little you’ll end up with little beads of white in your dip. The cream cheese does need to sit at least 1 hour to become soft.
Can I make pumpkin dip ahead
Yes, You can make it a few hours ahead of time. Refrigerate until serving.
Can I freeze cheese cheese pumpkin dip
Yes, the cream cheese pumpkin dip can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator for a couple hours before serving and stir evenly then serve.
How do I serve this dip
Serve pumpkin dip with crackers, breadsticks or tortilla chips. You can even serve this cream cheese pumpkin dip with any variety of fruit that your family enjoys. We like apple slices. Here are some other suggestions for you.
- kiwi
- strawberries
- pineapple
- graham crackers
- vanilla wafers
- Teddy Grahams
- bagel chips
- gingersnaps
Ingredients for Pumpkin Dip
- ½ Cup Powdered Sugar
- ½ Block (4oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1 Cup Canned 100% Pumpkin
- ½ Teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1 carton (8oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
How to make Pumpkin Dip
- Add the powdered sugar, cream cheese, pumpkin and seasoning into a large mixing bowl.
- Using a handheld mixer, beat ingredients until well mixed.
- Using a rubber spatula, fold the thawed whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture.
- Serve with gingersnap cookies and apple slices (or you choice of veggies/fruits/cookies)
This dip is a delicious and sweet treat that can be used in many different recipes. From french toast to pancakes, this pumpkin dip has so many possibilities that will make your fall dreams come true! Serve this dip at your next Halloween party or even just to your family one day. If you’re looking for easy ways to use Pumpkin Dip, try out some of our tried-and-true suggestions like using it with apple slices, gingersnap cookies or any variety of fruit your family enjoys. You could also stir it into oatmeal or pour it over ice cream. As you can see this pumpkin dip has so many possibilities which makes it perfect for the holidays.
More Delicious Fall Recipes
- Pumpkin Pull Apart Bread
- Pumpkin Pie Pops
- Halloween Pancakes
- Chocolate Pumpkin Mousse Cake
- Witch Hat Cookies
Pumpkin Dip
Ingredients
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ brick (4 oz) Cream Cheese softened
- ½ teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1 carton (8 oz) whipped topping thawed
- 1 cup Canned Pumpkin
Instructions
- Get out and measure your ingredients.
- Add the powdered sugar, cream cheese, pumpkin and seasoning into a large mixing bowl.
- Using a handheld mixer, beat ingredients until well mixed.
- Using a rubber spatula fold the thawed whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture.
- Serve with gingersnap cookies and apple slices (or you choice of veggies/fruits/cookies) Apple Slices, pear slices, chips, pretzels, cookies, chips, vegetable slices, pie crust twists
- Enjoy every bite!
Notes
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