When fall arrives, we all crave comfort food that warms our soul and makes us feel cozy. Caramel pumpkin dip is one of those treats that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin and caramel into a delicious and decadent dessert. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just looking for a sweet snack to enjoy on a chilly afternoon, this dip is sure to be a hit.
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CARAMEL PUMPKIN DIP
Served with vanilla wafers, graham cracker sticks or even apple slices, this cool, creamy dip from our home economists makes a special autumn snack.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 2-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Gradually add the pumpkin, caramel topping, sour cream, cinnamon and nutmeg, beating until smooth. Serve with dippers of your choice. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 38mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
PUMPKIN CARAMELS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h50m
Yield 24 candies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line an 8 by 4-inch loaf pan with waxed paper or aluminum foil. Brush the sides, but not the bottom lightly with butter and sprinkle the pumpkin seeds in the bottom.
- Whisk the maple syrup, brown sugar, cream, corn syrup, pie spice, lemon juice, and salt together in a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan. Brush down the sides on the saucepan with water to remove every grain of sugar. Set the candy thermometer into the sugar. Cook the mixture over medium heat, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the firm ball stage, 248 degrees F, about 18 to 20 minutes.
- Carefully stir in the pumpkin puree. Return to the heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the caramel reaches the soft ball stage, 240 degrees F, about 15 minutes more. Remove from the heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
- Pour the caramel over the pumpkin seeds in the prepared pan. Smooth to an even layer. Cool to room temperature.
- When fully cooled peel from the waxed paper or foil and cut into 24 (1-inch) squares. Wrap individually in parchment or waxed paper and store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calorie, Fat 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 8 milligrams, Sodium 60 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 16 grams
PUMPKIN CARAMEL CUPCAKES
Not only do kids love to eat these cupcakes, they can help bake them, too. To make things even easier for them, we got the idea to dunk them in premade caramel apple dip instead of using frosting. -Donna Schaab, Belleville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners. Combine the first 8 ingredients. Beat on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium 2 minutes., Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., Frost cupcakes with caramel apple dip. Decorate, if desired, with frosting and decorating icing. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pumpkin: For the best flavor, use a sugar pumpkin or a pie pumpkin. These pumpkins have a sweet, dense flesh that is perfect for dips.
- Roast the pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast the pumpkin in the oven or on a grill.
- Use a food processor: A food processor makes it easy to puree the pumpkin and other ingredients until smooth.
- Add spices: Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger add warmth and flavor to the dip. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
- Serve with dippers: Serve the dip with a variety of dippers, such as graham crackers, cookies, fruit, or pretzels.
Conclusion:
Caramel pumpkin dip is a delicious and easy-to-make fall treat. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a snack at home. With its sweet and creamy flavor, caramel pumpkin dip is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and festive dip, give caramel pumpkin dip a try.
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