Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip
Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 140 calories per serving. Recipe by cookingguide on YouTube.
Prep: 8 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 13 min
Cost: $5.25 total, $1.31 per serving
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Pumpkin puree (Plain canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (Or a pinch, to taste)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (Heaping tablespoon)
- 0.5 cup Whipped cream (Freshly whipped or store-bought)
- 1 pinch Nutmeg (Freshly grated preferred)
- 12 pieces Gingersnap cookies (For serving/dipping)
- 1 cup Grapes (For serving/dipping, optional)
Instructions
Combine pumpkin, cinnamon, and sugar
In a mixing bowl, add 0.5 cup pumpkin puree. Sprinkle in about 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or a pinch to taste). Add a heaping tablespoon of granulated sugar.
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Add whipped cream
Add 0.5 cup whipped cream to the bowl with the pumpkin mixture.
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Mix until creamy
Stir the mixture thoroughly with a large spoon until smooth and creamy. Make sure all ingredients are well incorporated.
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Transfer and garnish
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
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Serve with dippers
Serve immediately with gingersnap cookies and grapes (or other fruit) for dipping.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 140
- Protein
- 2g
- Carbohydrates
- 22g
- Fat
- 5g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, low-calorie, very-low-calorie, low-fat
Allergens: Dairy, Egg (possible in some whipped cream brands), Gluten (in gingersnaps)
Ingredient Substitutions
- Instead of Pumpkin puree: Mashed sweet potato
- Instead of Ground cinnamon: Pumpkin pie spice
- Instead of Granulated sugar: Brown sugar, Maple syrup
- Instead of Whipped cream: Coconut whipped cream
- Instead of Nutmeg: Allspice, Pumpkin pie spice
- Instead of Gingersnap cookies: Graham crackers, Vanilla wafers
- Instead of Grapes: Apple slices, Pear slices
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Large spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Serving bowl (optional)
- Grater (for nutmeg) (optional)
Critical Steps — Do Not Skip
- Combine pumpkin, cinnamon, and sugar thoroughly for even flavor.
- Mix until creamy—do not overmix or the whipped cream may deflate.
Chef Tips from the Video
- For extra flavor, use brown sugar or maple syrup instead of white sugar.
- A pinch of salt can enhance the sweetness and pumpkin flavor.
- Try with different dippers like pretzels or apple slices.
Troubleshooting
Dip is too runny.
Add more pumpkin puree or chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
Dip is too thick.
Fold in a little extra whipped cream until desired consistency is reached.
Dip lacks flavor.
Add a pinch more cinnamon, nutmeg, or sugar to taste.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Not recommended; texture will suffer.
Room temperature: Safe for up to 2 hours at room temperature.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Dip can be made up to 1 day ahead; stir before serving.
- Add fresh whipped cream and nutmeg garnish just before serving for best presentation.
Last updated: August 21, 2026
