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PUMPKIN Pleasures

From Harvest to Table: Pumpkin Dip & Drink

October is Pumpkin time ...for decorating, eating and drinking. The drink and dip recipe below are both great party additions or just making dinner time more festive. For additional recipes and ideas, visit nikkiglekascollective.com - download recipes or enjoy informative YouTube videos. Sign up for email with seasonal projects and recipes or follow on social media @Nikki.Glekas

Pumpkin Pie Martini

This is a fun recipe for fall. I make it for my friends when they swing by and we always enjoy the decadence of a cocktail that tastes like dessert!

Makes 1

  • 1-ounce maple syrup, plus a little extra for rimming the glass

  • Graham cracker crumbs for the rim

  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree

  • 3-ounces vanilla vodka

  • 2-ounces dark rum

  • 1-ounce half and half

  1. Dip the rim of a martini glass in a little bit of the maple syrup, then dip the rim in graham cracker crumbs.

  2. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla vodka, dark rum, half and half, and maple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake very well to blend.

  3. Pour the drink into the rimmed martini glass and serve!

Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe  (Served with Apples & Cookies) 

This is really such a fun dessert for fall. It features all the flavor of pumpkin pie without the hassle of making it from scratch! 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée (canned or homemade) 

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened 

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar 

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar 

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves) 

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional) 

  • 1/2 cup whipped cream or whipped topping 

  • Sliced apples (for dipping) 

  • Your favorite cookies (graham crackers, ginger snaps, or vanilla wafers) 

Instructions: 

  1. Mix Cream Cheese & Pumpkin: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin purée and mix until fully combined and creamy. 

  2. Add Sweeteners: Stir in the powdered sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and ground ginger (if using). Beat until everything is well incorporated and smooth. 

  3. Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping to add a light, fluffy texture to the dip. 

  4. Chill: Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. 

  5. Serve: Serve chilled with sliced apples and cookies for dipping.