Creamy Pumpkin Patch Taco Dip
A savory and creamy dip that blends the cozy sweetness of pumpkin with bold taco spices, ground meat, and melted cheese. It’s a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for fall gatherings and game days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess grease.
- Stir the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water into the cooked meat. Simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors, then remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Fold the cooked meat mixture, rinsed black beans, and half of the shredded cheese into the pumpkin-cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Spread evenly and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes to set. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
Ensure you use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to maintain a savory flavor. If the mixture is too loose, add a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch. For a vegetarian version, swap meat for sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dip
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 15
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