Creamy, spiced pumpkin dip ideal for celebrations—serve with graham crackers, fruit, or cookies.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
→ Pumpkin & Sweeteners
03 - 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
04 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
05 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Spices
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
11 - Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Using a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
02 - Add the pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
03 - Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt. Blend thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.
04 - Gently fold in the heavy cream or whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
06 - Present the dip with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, sliced apples, or ginger snaps.
