Jack-o'-Lantern Cheesecake Dip (Printable Version)
Festive cheesecake dip with pumpkin, creamy texture, and fun Jack-o'-Lantern face. Delicious for Halloween snacking.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cream Cheese Base
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Flavor & Color
05 - 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
06 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
07 - Orange gel food coloring, optional for color enhancement
→ Decoration
08 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
09 - 1 stalk celery or green apple slice
→ For Serving
10 - Graham crackers
11 - Apple slices
12 - Vanilla wafers
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Beat the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth and airy.
02 - Add sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; blend until well integrated.
03 - Fold in pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. If a vibrant color is desired, mix in a few drops of orange gel food coloring until fully blended.
04 - Transfer dip to a serving platter or shallow bowl. Use a spatula to form a smooth, rounded mound resembling a pumpkin.
05 - Arrange mini chocolate chips to create eyes, nose, and mouth for a Jack-o'-Lantern design.
06 - Insert a celery stalk or green apple slice at the top center as the stem.
07 - Serve immediately with graham crackers, apple slices, and vanilla wafers, or refrigerate until ready for guests.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easy to assemble with no baking so perfect for last minute entertaining
- Classic cheesecake taste with a seasonal pumpkin twist
- Crowd pleasing appearance makes it the highlight of any Halloween spread
- Versatile serving options graham crackers apple slices or vanilla wafers
- One bowl and a few tools for effortless cleanup
02 -
- Vegetarian friendly and pairs with gluten free dippers if needed
- Makes a stunning edible centerpiece for any autumn event
- Holds up well for hours on the table without getting runny
03 -
- Always beat cream cheese until fully fluffy to avoid lumps in the dip
- If using fresh pumpkin puree drain it through cheesecloth for thicker consistency
- Let kids help decorate faces for instant party fun It always makes your dessert the hit of the table