Description
Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip: Creamy pumpkin and cheesecake blend for a crowd-pleasing fall treat. Perfect for quick and comforting gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (240g) pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped to soft peaks
- Optional toppings: crushed graham crackers, chopped pecans, caramel sauce, mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cream Cheese Base In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl thoroughly – those hidden pockets of unmixed cream cheese can ruin the texture of your Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip. If you notice any lumps, continue beating until the mixture is perfectly smooth before moving forward.
- Step 2: Add Pumpkin and Sweeteners Add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to the cream cheese. Beat on medium speed until fully incorporated and the mixture looks uniform in color. You’ll notice the texture becoming lighter and creamier as the sugars dissolve. This is your base flavor profile coming together – the foundation of what makes this pumpkin cheesecake dip so irresistible.
- Step 3: Incorporate Seasonings Add the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Beat for another 30 seconds until evenly distributed throughout the dip. Take a moment to taste the mixture – this is your chance to adjust the spice level. Remember that the flavors will mellow slightly once the whipped cream is folded in, so it’s okay if it seems a bit strong at this point.
- Step 4: Fold in Whipped Cream Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture using a figure-eight motion. This technique preserves the air bubbles in the whipped cream, resulting in a lighter, fluffier Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip. Continue folding until no white streaks remain, but be careful not to overmix, which would deflate the mixture and reduce that beautiful mousse-like texture.
- Step 5: Chill and Serve Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This chilling time is essential as it allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set properly. For an extra special presentation, garnish with your choice of toppings just before serving. Provide a variety of dippers around the bowl, creating an interactive dessert experience your guests will love.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg