Easy Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
This Easy Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip is a creamy, flavorful autumn-inspired snack perfect for fall gatherings. Combining the richness of cream cheese and pumpkin purée with the wholesome goodness of Greek yogurt and a hint of pumpkin pie spice, this dip is both nutritious and delicious. It serves as a perfect companion for fresh apples, strawberries, or cinnamon-flavored crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (serves 6-8 as a dip) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese (can use a dairy-free yogurt alternative)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (regular or dairy-free)
- 1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie mix)
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey, plant-based, or your favorite)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of salt
Topping and Serving
- Dust of cinnamon on top
- Serve with a mix of red and green apples, strawberries, or cinnamon Simple Mills Sweet Thins
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Add the Greek yogurt, pumpkin purée, peanut butter, protein powder, sweetener (maple syrup), vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Until Smooth: For a smoother texture, place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until silky. Alternatively, use a hand mixer to beat everything together until well combined.
- Adjust and Chill: Taste the dip and adjust sweetness or spice level as needed. Chill the dip in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Notes
- Use pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid added sugars and spices.
- Dairy-free yogurt and cream cheese alternatives can be used for a vegan or lactose-free version.
- The peanut butter can be substituted with peanut butter powder or another nut butter if preferred.
- The vanilla protein powder can be whey or plant-based depending on dietary needs.
- Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
- This dip pairs well with fresh fruits and cinnamon-flavored crackers for a perfect fall snack.
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