Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding dry mix only
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Instructions
- Mix Pumpkin Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir well until the ingredients are fully blended and smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture until it is well incorporated and the color turns a light orange, indicating an even mix.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least one hour. This chilling time allows the dip to firm up slightly and enhances the flavors.
- Serve: Serve the dip with vanilla wafer cookies, graham crackers, sliced apples, or your favorite dippers. Optionally, dust the top with additional pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon to garnish.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The dip can also be made a day or two in advance for convenience.
- Optional Serving Suggestion: Consider using this dip as a filling in a baked graham cracker crust for an easy, chilled pumpkin pie dessert.
- Variations: For a lower sugar or lighter version, substitute the instant pudding with sugar-free pudding mix and use sugar-free whipped topping.
Notes
- The dip thickens as it chills, so refrigerating is essential for best texture.
- Using fresh pumpkin puree can add a more natural flavor, but canned pumpkin works perfectly well.
- Instant pudding mix adds sweetness and creaminess, but sugar-free options can reduce sugar content.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with a variety of dippers beyond those listed, including pretzels and fresh fruit.
- For a festive touch, garnish with a sprinkle of extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon before serving.
- Can be prepared ahead to save time on the day of serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian