Festive Pumpkin Dip
Get into the spirit of the season with this irresistible Festive Pumpkin Dip, a creamy and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy fall evenings. Made with rich cream cheese, silky pumpkin puree, and a hint of maple syrup, this no-cook recipe blends warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a truly indulgent treat. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate combination of sweet and savory, perfectly paired with graham crackers, crispy apple slices, or crunchy carrot sticks. Finish it off with a sprinkle of crushed pecans or walnuts for an elegant touch of texture. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a crowd-pleasing snack, this easy-to-make pumpkin dip will quickly become a festive favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup crushed pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
- 1 platter graham crackers, apple slices, or carrot sticks (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the canned pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, and the dip is smooth.
Taste the dip and adjust sweetness or seasoning if needed by adding more maple syrup or spices.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and, if desired, sprinkle the top with crushed pecans or walnuts for added texture.
Serve the Festive Pumpkin Dip with graham crackers, apple slices, or carrot sticks for dipping.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 157 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
