Creamy Pumpkin Dip
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Creamy Pumpkin Dip
Description
This dip starts by blending full-fat softened cream cheese with pumpkin puree and a mixture of ground cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, which provide a balanced, warm spice profile. Brown sugar and vanilla extract add sweetness and depth. Once smooth, chilled heavy whipping cream is beaten in, aerating the mixture to a creamy, fluffy consistency. Refrigeration for at least two hours, ideally overnight, allows the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken. This yields a versatile dip that offers a rich, spiced pumpkin flavor with a creamy mouthfeel. It can serve as a seasonal accompaniment for snacks or dessert. The recipe also specifies a yield of just over 3 cups and recommends consumption within five days when refrigerated.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature, full fat
- 1 cup brown sugar
- sugar or sugar free alternative
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract quality pure
- 1 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves ground
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream , chilled
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl except for the whipping cream. Beat until smooth. Pour in the chilled whipping cream and continue to beat for several minutes until the dip has thickened and is very creamy and fluffy. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. For best flavor results refrigerate overnight. Makes a little over 3 cups. Will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.