Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip

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This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip is packed with fall flavors and comes together in less than 15 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples like cream cheese, pumpkin, and vanilla pudding, it’s an easy dessert dip to serve with vanilla wafers, Oreos, graham crackers, or gingersnaps all through the fall season.

 

Quick Summary

Love Pumpkin and Cream Cheese? Check out these other pumpkin recipes: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Topped Cinnamon Vanilla Crepes, Amazing Pumpkin Cheesecake, and Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirled Brownies.

Ingredient Notes

This pumpkin cream cheese dip is an easy addition to your pumpkin recipe archive for sharing at fall gatherings.

• Cream Cheese – thick, creamy, tangy goodness that is the base of this pumpkin dip!
• Canned Pumpkin Puree – this is the same pumpkin you use for pumpkin pie. I like the Libby’s brand best.
• Vanilla extract – for flavor.
• Instant Vanilla Pudding – used for flavor and to keep this dip thick.
• Brown Sugar – to sweeten.
• Pumpkin Pie Spice – enhances all of the pumpkin flavors! A simple cinnamon-nutmeg mix works just as well.
• Heavy Whipping Cream – to make this dip light and fluffy.

How to Make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip

This is probably one of the easiest recipes to make everrrrr. For full recipe details, including ingredients and measurements, see the printable recipe card below. Here are some step-by-step directions for making this sweet dip:

Step 1: Mix All Ingredients Together (Except Heavy Whipping Cream)

In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, pumpkin, vanilla extract, instant vanilla pudding, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice with an electric mixer on medium speed until lump-free and completely smooth.

Pro Tip: Make sure your cream cheese is softened before whipping. Let the cream cheese sit out at room temperature for about an hour to soften.

Step 2: Whip in Heavy Whipping Cream

Pour the heavy whipping cream into the mixture and whip until light, fluffy, and thickened. Scrape the sides and mix again briefly to ensure everything is thoroughly stirred.

Step 3: Pour into Serving Bowl + Serve

Pour into a large serving bowl and serve with any cookie you like.

Dip it Real Good

Here are just a couple of things that we like to dip into this delicious pumpkin dip recipe. Feel free to experiment and find what you love to dip, too!

• Graham crackers (regular, chocolate or cinnamon flavor)
• Gingersnaps
• Oreo Cookies (thin, mini, golden, original…we’re not picky!)
• Pretzels
• Teddy Grahams
• Fresh fruit (apple slices, pear slices, strawberries)
• Ripe banana slices (with toothpicks!)

Tips for Success

• Beat the cream cheese mixture until completely smooth before adding the cream. Any small lumps will be much harder to work out once you mix in the heavy cream.
• Add the heavy whipping cream gradually if the mixture feels too thick. This gives you more control over the final texture and makes it easier to get a light, fluffy dip.
• If the dip seems too soft, let it sit for a few minutes before serving. The pudding mix continues to firm up as the dip rests, giving it a better scooping consistency.
• Use plain pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling. Pie filling already contains added sweeteners and spices, which can throw off the dip’s flavor and texture.
• Serve it in a shallow bowl for easier dipping. A wide serving dish makes it easier to reach the dip without breaking cookies or fruit.

What to Serve With Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip

Pair this creamy pumpkin dip with a few easy homemade treats for a dessert spread that covers plenty of flavors and textures.

• Pumpkin Sugar Cookie – Soft, spiced cookies with a sweet glaze, made for dipping.
• Gingerbread Cookies – Buttery cookies with warm ginger and cinnamon that pair naturally with pumpkin.
• Pumpkin Bread – Moist pumpkin bread adds a soft, sliceable option to the dessert table.
• Gingerdoodles – Soft, spiced cookies that bring a little extra ginger flavor to each bite.
• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread – A pumpkin loaf with a cream cheese layer that fits right in with this dip.

Need something sweet for a Halloween party, game day, or a simple fall snack? This fluffy pumpkin dip is an easy addition to any fall gathering! The printable recipe card is down below. Have a great day, friends!

Love Pumpkin Dip? Try These Other Favorites!

• Cream Cheese Fruit Dip Recipe
• Warm Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Dip
• Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Dip
• Creamy Pumpkin Butterscotch Dip with Cinnamon Sugar Twists
• Easy Dipping Chocolate
• Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip

Storing Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip

Store the pumpkin cream cheese dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Give it a quick stir before serving if the texture has firmed up in the fridge.

Since this is a whipped, cream-based dip, freezing is not recommended, as the texture can become watery and grainy once thawed.

If you make this recipe, I would really appreciate it if you would give it a star rating and leave your review in the comments! If you have a picture of your finished dish, post it on Instagram using the hashtag #laurenslatest and tag me @laurens_latest.