Pin A creamy, fluffy dip blending autumn spices, pumpkin, and a hint of coffee—perfect for pairing with cookies, fruit, or crackers at your next gathering.
Every fall, I make this dip for family get-togethers. The hint of coffee always gets rave reviews and guests love scooping it up with apple slices and cookies.
Ingredients
- cream cheese: softened, 8 oz (225 g)
- heavy whipping cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
- sour cream: 1/2 cup (120 g)
- canned pure pumpkin puree: 1 cup (240 g)
- light brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- powdered sugar: 1/4 cup (30 g)
- instant espresso powder or strong instant coffee granules: 2 tbsp
- vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- ground nutmeg: 1/2 tsp
- ground ginger: 1/4 tsp
- ground cloves: 1/8 tsp
- salt: pinch
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
- Add remaining ingredients:
- Add pumpkin puree, sour cream, brown sugar, powdered sugar, espresso powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
- Whip heavy cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Fold whipped cream:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until completely blended and fluffy.
- Chill:
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve:
- Serve with graham crackers, ginger snaps, apple slices, or your favorite dippers.
Pin Last Thanksgiving, my kids asked for another bowl when this dip disappeared before dessert. It’s now a family staple for every autumn party.
Required Tools
Use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer, mixing bowls, a rubber spatula, and measuring cups to make preparation easy and quick.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides about 220 calories, 15 g total fat, 20 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Serving Suggestions
Try dipping graham crackers, ginger snaps, or sliced apples for a delicious snack experience at parties and gatherings.
Pin Serve this dip well chilled for best flavor. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy fall nights with family.
Recipe Q&A
- → Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?
Yes, you can substitute canned puree with fresh. Cook and mash pumpkin until smooth, then measure.
- → How long should I chill before serving?
For best flavor and texture, chill at least 30 minutes. Longer chilling deepens the spice notes.
- → Is it possible to make this lighter?
Absolutely. Use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a lighter result, and adjust sweeteners as needed.
- → What can I use instead of espresso powder?
Strong instant coffee granules work well. Decaf coffee is an option for caffeine-free enjoyment.
- → What are the best dippers for this?
Graham crackers, ginger snaps, apple slices, strawberries, or pretzels complement the creamy texture and flavors.
- → How spicy is the dip?
The spice level is moderate, but you can add more cinnamon or nutmeg to taste for a bolder flavor.