Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip with Homemade Bagel Chips

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This whipped pumpkin feta dip only requires 6 ingredients plus additional toppings to create a simple, no bake dip perfect for fall gatherings. Whipped feta cheese and pumpkin dip only requires a food processor, making it an easy recipe to make with minimal dishes. Only about 15 minutes of time is needed to make this creamy dip and it is the perfect option for the holiday season or football games.

This recipe is great to serve during the fall months when pumpkin season is in full swing. It is great to serve while watching football games on a football Sunday and can be easy to take to a tailgate. It is also a great appetizer to serve on Thanksgiving as an appetizer and can even find its place as an appetizer on Christmas.

This was inspired by my cream cheese and pumpkin bread recipe on this site, and pairs well with this ham and cheese sliders recipe.

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Ingredients
Instructions
Substitutions
Variations
Equipment
How to Store Pumpin Whipped Feta Dip
Top Tip
FAQ
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Ingredients

The base of this dish is tangy feta and fresh pumpkin puree. Canned pumpkin puree can also be used. Cream cheese is also needed to help incorporate a more creamy texture and honey is added to bring in a natural sweetness. Toppings can vary but some great options are pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and walnuts. Bagel chips are one of my favorite things to dip in this whipped feta dip and can either be homemade in the air fryer or oven or purchased at the grocery store.

feta
pumpkin puree
cream cheese
honey
extra virgin olive oil
pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, walnuts, etc.
bagels or bagel chips

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Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, add feta, cream cheese, and pumpkin puree. Mix on puree setting until combined.

Step 2: Add honey and mix again until combined.

Step 3: Spoon mixture out of food processor into a serving dish. Top with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and walnuts.

Step 4: Slice the bagels into chips. Air fry for about 5 mins at 390 degrees or until bagels are crisp and toasted. Use to dip into feta dip.

Hint: softening the cream cheese slightly helps the dip blend smoother in the food processor. This can be done by leaving the cream cheese on the counter for about 20 minutes prior to using or remove it from the package and place it in a microwave safe plate or bowl and microwave about 10-15 seconds.

Substitutions

Cream Cheese - instead of cream cheese use greek yogurt
Bagel - use pre-made bagel chips, pretzel chips, pita chips or toasted baguette slices
Honey - switch out for maple syrup to add sweetness if honey is not available

Variations

Whipped Feta - omit the pumpkin for a regular whipped feta dip option
Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip - remove the feta for a sweet option to this recipe
Tomato Whipped Feta - make whipped feta and add blistered tomatoes

See this Whipped Feta or Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip version on my website!

Equipment

To create this recipe, you will need a food processor. If making the bagel chips by hand, an air fryer is very helpful but they can also be baked in the oven.

How to Store Pumpin Whipped Feta Dip

Transfer dip into an airtight container and store in the fridge for 4-5 days.

These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.

Top Tip

Sprinkle a little sea salt on top for an extra pop of flavor. Also if toasting a baguette to dip, make sure you are using a crusty bread so you get a crunch with the dip.

FAQ

Do any herbs pair well with this dish to garnish?

Yes, some fresh thyme leaves are a great pairing with the flavors in this dish.

What is the best type of pumpkin to use for this recipe?

I personally prefer canned pumpkin puree. It is easy to mix into the dip and gives such a strong pumpkin flavor to the dip.

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Pairing

These are my favorite dishes to serve with Pumpkin Feta Dip:

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