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September 19, 2019 By Sara 17 Comments

Pumpkin Dip

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This light and fluffy pumpkin dip is made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, cream cheese and whipped topping. It’s the perfect dessert or appetizer for any fall gathering and takes just 5 minutes to make.

Pumpkin dip is the latest recipe in my collection of pumpkin treats – be sure to try my pumpkin gooey butter cake and pumpkin chocolate chip cookies if you haven’t already! This creamy dip is perfect served with graham crackers, apples and other sweet dippers.

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Pumpkin dip served with apples, gingersnap cookies and graham crackers.

There’s just something fun about a dessert dip, especially when it’s fall themed like this fluffy pumpkin dip. You can whip up this dip in about 5 minutes, and it makes the perfect addition to a pumpkin carving party, Thanksgiving menu or just for when you want a taste of pumpkin pie without having to turn on the oven.

How do you make pumpkin dip?

This dip starts with cream cheese and sugar, which are mixed together until light and fluffy. Pumpkin puree and spices are added to the dip, then the whole thing is combined with whipped topping for a unique sweet treat.

Pumpkin puree, cream cheese and spices in a bowl.

Tips for Pumpkin Dip

  • Be sure to use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling has extra ingredients added to it, and you won’t get the same results.
  • Your cream cheese should be at room temperature so that it will beat up nice and fluffy and not make for a lumpy dip.
  • Don’t have pumpkin pie spice? Use cinnamon with a dash of nutmeg and ground ginger instead.
  • Don’t like whipped topping? You can use an equal amount of freshly whipped cream instead.
  • This dip can be made up to one day before you plan to serve it. Store it covered in the refrigerator.

Cool whip in a bowl with the base of pumpkin dip.

Serving Suggestions

Pumpkin dip goes great with a variety of dippers. My favorite is apple slices, but I also have been known to serve this dip with a whole assortment of options.

  • Graham Crackers
  • Vanilla Wafers
  • Gingersnaps
  • Marshmallows
  • Pretzels
  • Grapes

A bowl of fluffy pumpkin dip.

Garnishes for your dip

I like to garnish my dip with a few fall sprinkles for a touch of color. If you’re making this dip in advance, don’t add the sprinkles until right before you serve it, because the sprinkles may lose their color and bleed into the dip. If you don’t have sprinkles, you can simply omit them, or try a different topping such as

  • Chopped pecans
  • Cookie or graham cracker crumbs
  • Toffee bits
  • Dollop of whipped cream
  • Fresh grated nutmeg
  • Miniature chocolate chips

A bowl of pumpkin dip with a graham cracker scooping some out.

I serve this dip every fall and people always ask me for the recipe. It tastes just like pumpkin pie except it’s not nearly as dense as what you’d find in an actual pie. You can even serve it inside a hollowed out pumpkin for a super fun presentation!

More sweet treats for fall

  • Caramel Apple Dip
  • Pumpkin Meringue Pie
  • No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
  • Pumpkin Bars
  • Pumpkin Spice Cake

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Pumpkin dip served with apples, gingersnap cookies and graham crackers.
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Pumpkin Dip

This light and fluffy pumpkin dip is made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, cream cheese and whipped topping. It's the perfect dessert or appetizer for any fall gathering and takes just 5 minutes to make.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword pumpkin dip
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 163kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 15 ounce can pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 cups whipped topping thawed
  • apples, graham crackers and cookies for dipping
  • sprinkles for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Place the cream cheese and powdered sugar in the bowl of a mixer. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, then beat until combined.
  • Gently fold in the whipped topping with a spatula. Spoon into a serving bowl and top with sprinkles if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 5780IU | Vitamin C: 1.5mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 0.6mg

This post was originally published on October 1, 2018 and was updated on September 19, 2019 with new content.

Filed Under: Appetizers, Dessert Tagged With: Pumpkin, Thanksgiving

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Comments

  1. mpotter says

    August 25, 2020 at 11:44 am

    Any idea how to make it without cream cheese? Could it still work; but be less thick, perhaps? Add more whipped cream to compensate? Or do you think it wouldn’t even be worth it.
    All your pumpkin recipes are getting me excited for Autumn to come….

    Reply
    • Sara says

      August 25, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      I think you could use more whipped cream or else marshmallow cream. If you use marshmallow be sure to cut down the amount of sugar!

      Reply
  2. Tara says

    September 21, 2019 at 12:16 pm

    5 stars
    Such a fun dip for fall! I love the colorful leaf sprinkles on top! So perfect for pairing with graham crackers.

    Reply
  3. Rinn says

    September 21, 2019 at 11:36 am

    5 stars
    This is such a fun idea! I just love Fall related treats. 😀 I definitely will be trying this recipe out!

    Reply
  4. Charla says

    September 21, 2019 at 11:32 am

    I love all things pumpkin. Adding this wonderful recipe to my “to do list”. Thanks!

    Reply
  5. Kimberly says

    September 21, 2019 at 8:16 am

    5 stars
    So creamy and so good, perfect for parties and entertaining!

    Reply
  6. Kushigalu says

    September 21, 2019 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    What a great recipe. Love the color and the texture!

    Reply
  7. Debbie says

    October 8, 2018 at 9:32 pm

    5 stars
    This makes my mouth water! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  8. Suzanne Melton says

    October 7, 2018 at 7:11 am

    5 stars
    This looks super yummy and perfect for the fall! I love pumpkin everything.!

    Reply
  9. Gemille Sleweon says

    October 4, 2018 at 7:28 pm

    I have a strong feeling that this tastes like a cross between pumpkin and apple pie and I am totally here for it. I can’t wait to try out this recipe. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  10. Nicole says

    October 3, 2018 at 5:36 pm

    This looks so good! I definite must have for all the pumpkin lovers of the season. I’ll have to try this out this weekend. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  11. Joanna Clute says

    October 3, 2018 at 11:58 am

    5 stars
    There are so many great ways to eat this too. What an awesome recipe idea!

    Reply
  12. Cindy Gordon says

    October 3, 2018 at 11:57 am

    5 stars
    I wish I had some to try out right now! This is a killer recipe Sara!

    Reply
  13. Wendy Polisi says

    October 3, 2018 at 11:55 am

    5 stars
    This is a must try for sure! Pumpkin dip just sounds delicious.

    Reply
  14. Kita Bryant says

    October 3, 2018 at 11:54 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness this looks amazing! I am totally making it!

    Reply
  15. Kathryn at QuestFor47 says

    October 3, 2018 at 6:14 am

    5 stars
    You had me at cream cheese! And those sweet sprinkles. I am a HUGE fan of sweet dips like this (which is why I rarely make them, because I have NEGATIVE zero self control and the world’s biggest sweet tooth). Might definitely have to try this one out!

    Reply
  16. Athena says

    October 2, 2018 at 1:09 pm

    That looks awesome. We always have canned pumpkin at home for so many recipe options. Totally are going to try this.

    Reply

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