Vegan Pumpkin Dip (Date-Sweetened)
This Vegan Pumpkin Dip is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of the fall season. Serve this sweet, dairy-free dip with fruit or veggies as a satisfying seasonal appetizer.
Recipe Highlights
- This Vegan Pumpkin Dip recipe includes real pumpkin puree that is super nutritious and naturally sweet.
- This healthy recipe is sweetened with plump Medjool dates (you can also use maple syrup, if you prefer).
- While most pumpkin dips are made with cool whip or cow’s milk cream cheese, this dairy-free version uses pre-made almond cream cheese to add smoothness and creaminess.
Recipe Steps
Step One
Set out the dairy-free cream cheese so it can come to room temperature. Soak the dates in hot water for about 10 minutes. Drain off the water.
Step Two
Add all of your ingredients to the bowl of a blender or food processor.
Step Three
Process everything on high for about 45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Step Four
Serve right away or refrigerate up to four days in a covered bowl.
This Vegan Pumpkin Dip can be served with fresh fruit or veggies like baby carrots. It is also great with crackers or pretzels.
Is This Dip Healthy?
- Whether you use dates or maple syrup to sweeten the pumpkin dip, this would be considered to be a healthy recipe made without refined sugars.
- The dip serves as a vehicle for healthy foods like fruit or carrots, and kids love it.
- This dip skips the nasty, overly processed ingredients that are called for in a traditional pumpkin dip.
Pro Tips
- Bring the dairy-free cream cheese to room temperature so it blends easier.
- Don’t forget to drain your dates before adding to the other ingredients.
- You can store the dip in a covered bowl in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Recommended Items
- Canned pumpkin puree with no other ingredients
- High-speed blender like a Blendtec or a Vitamix
- Quality food processor like a Cuisinart or Breville Sous Chef
Other Healthy Pumpkin Recipes You May Like
- Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Best Vegan Pumpkin Ice Cream
- Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie Pudding
- Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
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PrintDairy-Free Pumpkin Dip (Date-Sweetened)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Vegan Pumpkin Dip is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of the fall season. Serve this sweet, dairy-free dip with fruit or veggies as a satisfying seasonal appetizer.
Ingredients
- 8 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces dairy-free plain cream cheese, at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the dates in a small bowl and cover with hot water. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
- In the meantime, place the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract in the bowl of a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Drain the water from the dates, discarding the water. Place the dates in the blender or food processor.
- Process the ingredients on high, about 45 seconds, until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You might need to stop the blender or food processor and use a spatula to wipe down the sides.
- You can serve the dip immediately, or transfer it to a bowl and chill it in the refrigerator.
- Serve the dip with your choice of sliced fruit or vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute 1/3 cup maple syrup for the dates, if you prefer.
- The dip can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Food processor
- Cuisine: Healthy
Keywords: healthy dip, vegan dip, healthy pumpkin recipe
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Mmmmm, I really love this easy dip. I have even eaten it with celery sticks.
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What a tasty looking dip! Pumpkin is one of my favourite ingredients at this time of year.
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I love the idea of a healthy sweet dip. Sounds perfect for children with pieces of fruit.
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This recipe is a God send! Perfect for the holidays and soo yummy!
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This dip sounds amazing! Perfect for this time of year.
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Such a clever way to use pumpkin puree. This dip is so good with some bagels!
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Mmmm, thanks for this yummy recipe! My husband and I made this for our gathering this weekend and it was a hit. Keep up the good work!