Having friends over for Halloween? Pumpkin Pie Hummus is a guaranteed hit. Looking for a unique dish to add to your Halloween menu? Look no further!
Pumpkin Pie Hummus Recipe
Ingredients (8 servings):
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- 1 cup canned chickpeas
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 Tablespoons Italica Olive Oil
- 2 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spices
- 1 Tablespoon tahini (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- Salt, to taste
Directions:
- Begin by rinsing the chickpeas thoroughly. Once drained, add them to a mixer or blender. Blend well and gradually incorporate the remaining ingredients in the following sequence:
- Start with the thicker ingredients, such as pumpkin purée, heavy cream, and tahini.
- Follow with the more liquid components: olive oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
- Finally, add the pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt.
- After thoroughly blending all the ingredients, refrigerate the mixture for approximately 1 to 2 hours until chilled. Serve cold.
*Chef’s tips*
Add a few pumpkin seeds to give your creamy pumpkin hummus a crunchy and delicious touch.
What to Pair with Pumpkin Pie Hummus? Topping Suggestions:
Here are several options to complement your Halloween hummus and create a rich and varied snack:
- Crackers. Opt for savory crackers to contrast with the flavor of the Creamy Pumpkin Hummus.
- Bagels. Following on from the previous idea, you can make very juicy mini toasts.
- Crudités. It is the most typical and a sure hit if you want to dip the healthy way. You can opt for carrot, celery or zucchini sticks and raw bell pepper strips.
- Tortilla chips. Keep it simple with a crowd-pleasing option.
- Fruit… Why not? Try it with apple slices and you’ll wonder why you haven’t tried it before.
Which team are you on? Classic hummus or Pumpkin Pie Hummus?
This delectable, simple, and versatile recipe is sure to wow your guests at your next Halloween party. Enjoy the rich flavors of Creamy Pumpkin Hummus this season!
