Everyone adores this pumpkin dip recipe that resembles pumpkin pie filling! It requires just 5 minutes to create this autumn favorite party snack.
Among all the pumpkin recipes I’ve prepared, this pumpkin dip is the one that receives the most enthusiastic feedback! People are amazed at how it mimics the taste of pumpkin pie. It takes only 5 minutes in a food processor or blender and has become my go-to option for autumn gatherings.
Scoop a fluffy dollop with an apple slice, and I assure you: you will instantly want to consume the whole bowl. (If you don’t, you might possess some kind of superhuman ability!) I enjoy making this for all the autumn activities: apple picking, Halloween celebrations, Thanksgiving, and beyond!
Ingredients in pumpkin pie dip
This pumpkin pie dip tastes like pumpkin pie filling: to be honest, I prefer it even more! It’s pure and bursting with flavor, with the ideal amount of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spices.
I’ve often prepared it for friends and family, and everyone absolutely loves it. It’s perfect for a fall dinner after apple picking or visiting a pumpkin patch, Halloween parties, and Thanksgiving get-togethers. All you need are these six ingredients:
– Cream cheese
– Pumpkin puree
– Powdered sugar
– Cinnamon
– Pumpkin pie spice
– Vanilla extract
Pro tips for delightfully fluffy dip
This pumpkin dip recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare! All you need is a food processor, although you can use other tools as well. Here are a few tips for making this easy dip recipe:
– Utilize a food processor or stand mixer. A large food processor is the best tool for the task. You can also try it in a stand mixer or with an electric hand mixer.
– Soften the cream cheese beforehand. You can let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to soften, but that often isn’t feasible. Here’s a tip: just microwave it for 5 seconds. Just don’t exceed that time, as you don’t want the cream cheese to melt!
– Blend and serve right away. Some pumpkin dip recipes require refrigeration, but why delay? Once you take a bite of this creamy, fluffy dip, you’ll want to enjoy it instantly.
Ways to serve pumpkin dip
What should you serve with this pumpkin pie dip? My favorite is apple slices, but there are plenty of other ways to enjoy it. The best choices are autumn-favorite fruits, pretzels, and cookies. It’s ideal for any fall gathering as an appetizer, snack, or even dessert: plus, kids especially love it. Here are a few serving ideas:
– Fruit: Apple slices or pear slices. I prefer using Pink lady apples for that perfect sweet-tart crunch.
– Pretzels: To me, this creates a perfect salty-sweet combo.
– Cookies: Ginger cookies or vanilla wafer cookies are a great match.
– Graham crackers: It’s fun to break graham crackers into dippable rectangles.
Storing leftovers
This pumpkin dip recipe can be enjoyed right away, or you can prepare it in advance and store it before consumption. This recipe remains good for 5 days when refrigerated.
The dip tends to become firmer when cold, so let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for optimum results.
Dietary notes
This pumpkin pie dip recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free. For a vegan and dairy-free option, use vegan cream cheese.
Pumpkin Dip (Tastes Like Pie!)
Everyone is fond of this pumpkin dip recipe that mimics pumpkin pie! Just 5 minutes is all you need to prepare this autumn favorite.
Author: Sonja Overhiser
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 6 to 8
Category: Dip
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Dip
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 8 ounce package of cream cheese, softened
– ¾ cup pumpkin puree
– 3/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tablespoon cinnamon
– 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. To soften the cream cheese, place it on a plate and microwave for 5 seconds on High power. (Alternatively, let the block of cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.)
2. In a food processor (or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or electric hand mixer), combine the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Blend until well mixed, stopping to scrape down the sides with a spatula as needed.
3. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving. It stores refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Other pumpkin recipes you might enjoy
This pumpkin pie dip recipe is one of our favorite pumpkin recipes during this season. But here are a few more we love to prepare: