Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 8 oz whipped topping, thawed

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium-high speed until it is completely smooth and no lumps remain.
  2. Add the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Mix on low speed until the color is a uniform, vibrant orange.
  3. Sift in the powdered sugar half a cup at a time. Beat on low until just combined, then increase to medium-high for 1 minute until the mixture looks glossy and aerated.
  4. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the whipped topping using a 'cut and fold' motion to maintain the air bubbles.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up.