Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe

Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe

A creamy, no-bake dessert dip that tastes exactly like pumpkin pie filling — but lighter, fluffier, and party-friendly. Perfect for Thanksgiving appetizers, dessert boards, and fall celebrations.

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⭐ INGREDIENTS (Makes ~3 cups, serves 8–10)

Base Mixture

• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)

• 1 package (8 oz / 226 g) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted for smoothness)

• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip) OR ¾ cup heavy cream, whipped

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Spices (adjust to taste)

• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp ground nutmeg

• ½ tsp ground ginger

• ¼ tsp allspice

• ¼ tsp cloves

• Pinch of salt

(Or replace all spices with 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice.)

Optional Enhancers (High-Value Additions)

• 2 tbsp maple syrup (adds shine + deeper fall flavor)

• 1–2 tbsp brown sugar (for richer caramel notes)

• 1–2 tbsp mascarpone (luxurious creaminess)

• Zest of ¼ orange (elevates aroma)

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🧑‍🍳 HOW TO MAKE IT (Professional No-Bake Method)

1. Whip the Base

In a mixing bowl, beat:

• Softened cream cheese

• Powdered sugar

• Vanilla

Beat 2–3 minutes until very smooth, fluffy, and free of lumps.
This step determines the silkiness of your dip.

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2. Add Pumpkin + Spices

Mix in:

• Pumpkin puree

• All spices

• Salt

• Optional maple syrup or brown sugar

Beat again until completely incorporated.

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3. Fold in Whipped Topping

Use a spatula and gently fold in:

• Cool Whip
  OR

• Freshly whipped heavy cream

Do NOT beat this part.
Folding preserves the airiness and creates the light, mousse-like texture.

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4. Chill

Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour, preferably 2–3 hours.

Chilling is key — it firms the dip, blooms the spices, and deepens the flavor.

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🍂 HOW TO SERVE (Thanksgiving-Style Presentation)

Dippers

• Graham crackers

• Gingersnaps (amazing contrast!)

• Apple slices

• Pretzels

• Vanilla wafers

• Shortbread cookies

• Cinnamon sugar pita chips

• Marshmallows

• Pumpkin bread cubes

Optional Garnishes

• Cinnamon dusting

• Crushed graham crackers

• Toasted pecans

• A swirl of whipped cream

• Maple drizzle

• Caramel sauce

• Candied ginger bits

Charcuterie Board Style

Serve in a small pumpkin, hollowed out, for stunning holiday presentation.

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⭐ HIGH VALUE TIPS & CHEF NOTES

1. Use full-fat cream cheese

Gives better stability and a richer holiday flavor.

2. Warm the pumpkin puree first

10–15 seconds in the microwave removes canned “rawness” and intensifies pumpkin taste.

3. Spice to your preference

For more bakery-style flavor, add more cinnamon.
For more pumpkin-pie authenticity, keep the balance of nutmeg + allspice.

4. Sweetness Control

If serving with sweet cookies, keep the dip slightly less sweet.
If serving with apples and pretzels, add the maple syrup for more sweetness.

5. Can be made ahead

Refrigerate up to 24–48 hours (flavor gets better).

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🧊 STORAGE

• Refrigerator: 3–4 days

• Freezer: not recommended (texture changes)

OTHER RECIPES

A great Thanksgiving recipe to try !

Thanksgiving Recipe Ingredients :

* 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
* 2 cups confectioners' sugar
* 1 cup canned pumpkin
* 1/2 cup sour cream
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
* 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
* Gingersnap cookies

Thanksgiving Recipe INSTRUCTIONS

* In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. 

Beat in the pumpkin, sour cream, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and ginger until blended. 

Serve with gingersnaps. 

Refrigerate leftovers. 

The Thanksgiving recipe is ready to serve...enjoy !
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