Creamy Pumpkin Hummus (Quick & Cozy Fall Dip)

If fall had a flavor, this creamy pumpkin hummus would be it. It’s thick, velvety, spiced just right, and ready in 10 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering or just craving something cozy to swipe your pita into, this dreamy dip delivers. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and packed with warm seasonal flavor in every smooth spoonful

Why You’ll Love This Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin hummus might just be the fall snack you didn’t know you needed. It’s creamy thanks to tahini and chickpeas, and rich with pumpkin and cozy spices like cumin and paprika. It’s also a total crowd-pleaser whether you’re serving it at a Friendsgiving, Halloween party, or just meal prepping your weekly snacks

No fancy tools or cooking required. Just dump, blend, dip, repeat. The best part? It’s healthy-ish but tastes indulgent. You can serve it with veggie sticks, crackers, or pita chips and it’s always a hit. Add it to a pumpkin fruit tray for a festive fall spread

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• ¾ cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 garlic clove
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2–4 tablespoons ice water (to adjust texture)

Everything gets tossed in the blender so go ahead and eyeball a bit if needed. If your tahini is extra thick, a little extra lemon juice or water can help it along

How to Make Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

Step 1 Drain and rinse the chickpeas

Give them a good rinse to remove any can flavor. If you want ultra-smooth hummus, you can peel the chickpeas but honestly, it’s optional

Step 2 Blend the base

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, pumpkin, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, and salt. Pulse until thick and creamy

Step 3 Adjust texture and flavor

Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time while blending until it’s silky smooth. Taste and add more salt or lemon if it needs a boost. You can also toss in a pinch of cayenne for heat

Step 4 Garnish and serve

Scoop into a shallow bowl, swirl the top, and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with smoked paprika or toasted pepitas for crunch. Serve immediately or chill first if you prefer it cold

Pair it with this cowboy corn dip for a savory snack duo everyone will love

Optional Garnishes to Try

• Toasted pepitas or sunflower seeds
• Olive oil drizzle with paprika
• Fresh thyme or chopped parsley
• A little crumbled feta (skip for vegan)
• Pomegranate seeds for a sweet crunch

These little touches turn your bowl of hummus into something worth putting on the center of the table

Tips for Ultra-Smooth Hummus

• Use a powerful food processor or blender
• Add ice water slowly while blending to reach that dreamy, fluffy texture
• Peeling the chickpeas gives you next-level smoothness but it’s totally okay to skip
• Let it rest for 10 minutes after blending so the flavors can cozy up

If you’re going all out with your fall snacks, don’t miss this brownie batter dip for dessert. You’ll thank me later

Storage Tips

Store your pumpkin hummus in an airtight container in the fridge. It keeps fresh for up to a week. Just give it a little stir before serving. It’s not ideal for freezing the texture changes too much once thawed

It also makes a great spread for wraps or sandwiches during the week. Total fall flavor bomb

FAQ

You’ve got a new fall favorite ready to blend. Go whip up a batch and let it be your go-to cozy snack this season

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