Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip
This Pumpkin cheesecake dip is a classic fall appetizer, dessert or party snack for the holiday season. It requires only 5 ingredients and comes together in just a few minutes.
Suitable for vegetarian and gluten free diets. Weight Watchers points included.
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There’s nothing like the flavor of this creamy dreamy pumpkin cheesecake dip. This festive cold dip is perfect for fall parties, game day, Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving gatherings, or whenever you need an easy but impressive appetizer.
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Easy Pumpkin Appetizer
I find it to be an awesome snack and appetizer, and it makes a great centerpiece on a dessert board and charcuterie platter. I add all the sprinkles to customize it to suit the occasion.
Like my Christmas cookie dip, this can be whipped up with 5 ingredients (no oven needed), 10 minutes prep, and a few hours of chill time, and it is good to go. It tastes like a fluffy pumpkin cheesecake, but even better as it requires minimal prep and effort. You might even find yourself scooping it straight from bowl to mouth, entirely skipping the dippers (or is that just me).
Why Make This Recipe
- It’s an easy-to-make crowd pleaser. You only need 5 ingredients and minimal effort to whip up this delicious dip.
- Use up leftovers – A great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree/
- It’s creamy, sweet and balanced. The ingredients give a festive fall and Thanksgiving flavor of cheesecake and pumpkin pie.
- Festive and family friendly. It’s a great festive dip and appetizer for the whole family.
Ingredient Notes
Get complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card further below.
- Cream cheese – use full fat softened cream cheese for the best flavorful results.
- Pumpkin purée – while I use store-bought, you can use homemade purée.
- Sugar – caramel sweetness is added with brown sugar.
- Spice – you can use store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie spice. Add a little more or a little less to your taste.
- Whipped topping – adds fluffy lightness.
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How To Make It
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card further below.
Step 1. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice for about 5 minutes until creamy. If mixing by hand, beat for double the time.
Step 2. Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined. Be careful not to overmix and lose the airiness of the cream.
Step 3. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 4. Serve the chilled pumpkin cheesecake dip with dippers of your choice.
Bintu’s Tips
- Choose high-quality ingredients to get the very best flavor.
- Bring your cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Sprinkle crushed pumpkin cookies or gingersnap cookies on top for added texture.
- You could drizzle caramel sauce over the dip before serving.
- Add an extra pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and spice.
- You can adjust the amount of pumpkin spice and brown sugar to suit your taste preferences.
- Add various sprinkles to suit different occasions, e.g. pumpkin sprinkles, leaf shapes, sparkle stars for New Year’s, etc.
Dipper Ideas
- Fruit – like apple slices, pear slices, strawberries, and more.
- Cookies – such as gingersnaps, pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, gingerbread man cookies, Oreos, Nilla wafers, Ladyfinger cookies, chocolate chip cookies, etc.
- Extras – like pretzels, wafers, breadsticks, and more.
Halloween Dip
Make this a fun Halloween dip by adding tons of Halloween sprinkles and decorations around before serving as a ghoulish dip.
Storage
- Prep – To make this dip ahead of time, prepare the mixture and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture. It is best enjoyed within the first 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- Storage – Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. Before serving, allow it to come to room temperature for the best flavor and texture. If the dip becomes too thick after refrigeration, you can stir in a little milk or water to reach the desired consistency. You can only store this for a total of 3 days, so only do this if you have not already prepped ahead and stored it previously.
- Freezing – Avoid freezing the dip, as the texture may change upon thawing.
FAQs
Yes, you can substitute an equal amount of homemade whipped cream for the whipped topping. Just make sure it’s lightly sweetened.
If you prefer a less sweet dip, you can reduce the amount of powdered sugar according to your taste. Start by adding 1 cup (120 grams) and adjust as desired.
Yes, you can use low-fat cream cheese as a substitute. However, this may affect the texture and flavor slightly.
More Recipes You Might Like
- Gingerbread cheesecake dip – a great festive dip.
- Cream cheese apple caramel dip – a fall favorite.
- Easy Funfetti cake batter dip – customize to any holiday.
- Monster cookie dough dip – loved by the whole family.
Recommended Tools
- A handheld mixer can make blending the dip a breeze.
- This glass storage container, in case there happens to be leftovers.
- For the best tools to help make your recipe even easier and more successful, check out my collection of the Best Kitchen Tools on Amazon.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 9 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese softened
- 1 cup (250g) pumpkin purée
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 cup (75g) whipped topping such as Cool Whip
- For serving: graham crackers, cookies, or fruit slices
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy. If you do this by hand, it can take around 8-10 minutes. If you use an electric mixer, mix for 5 minutes on medium speed.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to set.
- Serve the chilled pumpkin cheesecake dip with graham crackers, cookies, or fruit slices.
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Notes
- Choose high-quality ingredients to get the very best flavor.
- Bring your cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Sprinkle crushed pumpkin cookies or gingersnap cookies on top for added texture.
- You could drizzle caramel sauce over the dip before serving.
- Add an extra pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and spice.
- You can adjust the amount of pumpkin spice and brown sugar to suit your taste preferences.
- Add various sprinkles to suit different occasions, e.g. pumpkin sprinkles, leaf shapes, sparkle stars for New Year’s, etc.
- Storage: keep any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. Before serving, allow it to come to room temperature for the best flavor and texture. If the dip becomes too thick after refrigeration, you can stir in a little milk or water to reach the desired consistency. You can only store this for a total of 3 days, so only do this if you have not already prepped ahead and stored it previously.
- There are 9 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.