Treat yourself to this delicious Pumpkin Hummus! This mouthwatering savory pumpkin dip is super easy to make, and it has an irresistible pumpkin spice flavor that you're sure to love. Enjoy it as a fall snack, or serve it as a seasonal appetizer for Halloween or Thanksgiving!
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Ginnie's Take
I'm a huge hummus fan, and come fall, I can never get enough pumpkin. So I thought, why not combine the two? This amazing Pumpkin Hummus recipe is the result. I'm so happy with how it turned out, and I know you're going to love the warm, spiced flavor, too. Paired with something crunchy for dipping, it's truly impossible to resist!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Yummy Flavor - This creamy pumpkin chickpea dip is seasoned with a mouthwatering blend of warm spices. It's super cozy and so tasty!
- Easy to Make - It's so simple to prepare: just add the ingredients to your food processor, then purée. The recipe is ready in minutes.
- Unique Fall Appetizer - Serve this unexpected recipe for an autumn snack, and for special occasions (like Halloween or Thanksgiving). It's a total crowd pleaser!
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Ingredients
You need just a few, easy to find ingredients for this recipe:
- Pumpkin - This recipe can be made with canned pumpkin, or you can make homemade Pumpkin Purée (with roasted pumpkin). Avoid pumpkin pie mix / filling, which is already sweetened and spiced. Tips: If you prepare the purée from scratch, save the seeds to make Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!
- Chickpeas - Grab a can of chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans). You'll blend them with the pumpkin to form the dip's base.
- Garlic + Spices - You'll use a combination of fresh garlic and warm spices (smoked paprika, cumin, and pumpkin pie spice) to season the dip.
- Tahini - This recipe also includes tahini, a sesame seed paste that is a classic hummus ingredient. It has a nutty, rich flavor.
- Lemon - A little fresh lemon juice perks up all the other flavors.
- Maple Syrup - This isn't a sweet recipe, but when I was testing it, I found that adding a little maple syrup really enhanced the spices and made the recipe taste more pumpkin-y.
This recipe is naturally vegetarian, vegan, dairy free, nut free, and gluten free, so everyone at your table can enjoy it!
You'll Also Need
Get out your food processor (or high speed blender) to prepare this recipe.
How to Make Savory Pumpkin Hummus Dip
This mouthwatering Fall Hummus couldn't be easier to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's a quick overview of the steps:
- Mince garlic. Add the garlic to your food processor, then pulse until it's finely chopped.
- Combine ingredients. Scrape down the side of the bowl, then add the pumpkin purée, chickpeas, tahini, spices, lemon juice, and maple syrup.
- Purée. Turn on your food processor, then blend the ingredients together, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times. You should have a smooth, creamy purée when you're done.
And that's all there is to it, your scrumptious Pumpkin Hummus is ready to eat. You're going to love the warm, spiced pumpkin flavor!
Variations
Here are a few easy substitutions to try:
- Spices - Swap out the pumpkin spice blend for similar spice mixtures, such as apple pie spice or chai spice.
- Sweeter - If you'd prefer a sweeter dip, skip the cumin and smoked paprika, and add extra maple syrup (to taste).
- Spicy - Add a dash of two of cayenne or a canned chipotle pepper.
- Squash - Replace the pumpkin with any puréed winter squash (such as butternut).
Serving Suggestions
Wondering what to eat with Pumpkin Hummus? This creamy dip pairs perfectly with crunchy crackers, homemade Pita Chips, pretzels (I like these Pretzel Crisps), even Crostini. And because it has a savory flavor, it tastes great with fresh veggies (like carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, and bell peppers). Basically, anything you'd eat with hummus goes!
For a party (or special occasion, like Halloween or Thanksgiving), serve it with other autumnal appetizers, like Butternut Squash Crostini, Cranberry Jalapeño Dip, Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, or Mummy Hot Dogs.
Storage
Store any leftover Pumpkin Spice Hummus in an airtight container in your refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to four days. You can even freeze it. Check out my guide to freezing hummus for tips!
Related Recipes
If you loved this delicious dip, make sure to check out all my hummus recipes:
- This traditional Hummus recipe has been a favorite of mine for years!
- Like spicy flavors? Make my Black Bean Hummus or my Chipotle Hummus next.
- If you're a garlic fan, this Hummus with Roasted Garlic is a must try!
- This Olive Hummus is loaded with zesty black olives (green olives work, too).
- Looking for more unique flavors? Try my Layered Hummus Dip or this Southwest Hummus recipe.
- This silky smooth Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a total treat!
P.S. Craving more savory pumpkin ideas? I've got tons of delightful pumpkin recipes to inspire you, ranging from salads (like this Pumpkin Quinoa Salad) to soups (try my creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup) to pizza (you'll love this Pumpkin Feta Pizza) and so much more!
Pumpkin Hummus
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 (15 ounce / 425 gram) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce / 425 gram) can pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Equipment
- Food Processor (or High Speed Blender)
Instructions
- Peel garlic and trim stem end. Add to food processor, then pulse until minced.
- Add chickpeas, pumpkin, tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to garlic.
- Process the ingredients until puréed and smooth, stopping a few times to scrape down the bowl with a spatula.
- Season to taste with extra salt, if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat. Enjoy!
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