Pumpkin Spice Dip

Pumpkin Spice Dip is a creamy, sweet dessert dip that captures the iconic flavors of autumn. It typically combines a base of cream cheese, whipped topping, and canned pumpkin puree, blended with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This no-bake treat is a popular seasonal creation from the United States, often served at fall gatherings.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dip is high in carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein, deriving most of its calories from sugar and dairy. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and small amounts of calcium and vitamin A from the pumpkin, with a rough ballpark of 150-250 calories per 2-tablespoon serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	85 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Potassium	100 mg
Vitamin E	0.8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Magnesium	15 mg

Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a modern, playful extension of the 'pumpkin spice' phenomenon, transforming a beverage flavor into a shareable party food. Nutritionally, it's unique for incorporating a vegetable (pumpkin) into a decadent dessert format, though it remains an indulgent treat rather than a health food.