Description
This effortless no-bake pumpkin pie dip combines creamy textures with classic fall spices, ready in minutes with just five simple ingredients.
Ingredients
1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, pure pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and the ground cinnamon.
Step 2: Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth and well-combined, ensuring there are no lumps of dry pudding mix remaining.
Step 3: Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip. Use a spatula to carefully incorporate the whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture until it's evenly distributed and the dip is light and creamy. Be careful not to overmix, as this can deflate the Cool Whip.
Step 4: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours. This crucial chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the dip to achieve its perfect, scoopable consistency.
Step 5: Before serving, give the dip a quick stir. For an extra touch of elegance and flavor, you can dust it lightly with a bit more ground cinnamon or add a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Notes
For an extra touch, swirl in a tablespoon of caramel sauce before chilling, or serve with a dollop of extra whipped cream. This dip is also fantastic with a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
