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Pumpkin Fluff Dip

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Pumpkin Fluff Dip is a tasty dessert dip made with Cool Whip, vanilla pudding, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice.

Pair the yummy fluff with graham crackers, apples, or vanilla cookies for dipping and enjoy!

For more easy dessert dips try our chocolate chip cookie dough dip, Reese’s peanut butter cup dip, or funfetti dip.

Pumpkin dip in white bowl with vanilla wafer sticking out of the top. Vanilla cookies and cinnamon sticks are on tabletop around the bowl

Okay before we get to the recipe, you may be wondering what exactly is pumpkin fluff?

What is pumpkin fluff?

Pumpkin fluff is a cool and creamy dessert dip made with Cool Whip and pumpkin puree. It is also known as pumpkin pie dip or simply pumpkin dip.

While some pumpkin dip recipes call for cream cheese, this recipe does not. It uses whipped topping (Cool Whip) instead for a light and creamy dessert that tastes like pumpkin pie.

Overhead view of fluffy pumpkin dip in a white bowl surrounded by vanilla wafers for serving.

The easy no-bake pumpkin dessert is packed with Fall flavors and perfect for Fall parties, Thanksgiving, Halloween, or just enjoying at home while watching some movies with the family.

For a fluff recipe that can be enjoyed any time of the year, try my banana split fluff salad or strawberry fluff salad recipe.

Ingredients

Ingredients on countertop: Cool Whip, pumpkin puree, instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin pie spice
  • Cool Whip – Cool Whip or store-brand frozen whipped topping will work for this recipe. Just make sure you allow it to thaw before making the dip.
  • Canned pumpkin – Make sure you are using 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. They are not the same thing.
  • Instant vanilla pudding – the smaller (3.4 oz) size box of dry pudding mix
  • Milk – I’ve used both whole, 2% and nonfat milk for this recipe with no issues.
  • Pumpkin pie spice – If you don’t have any pumpkin spice on hand you can make your own with 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ginger.
Light and fluffy pumpkin fluff made with cool whip and served with vanilla wafers for dipping

Substitutions and Variations

  • Lightened-up – Use sugar-free pudding mix and fat-free Cool Whip for a lighter dessert (aka WW pumpkin fluff).
  • No-Bake Pumpkin Pie – Pour dip into a pre-made pie crust for an easy chilled pie.
  • Marshmallows – Add mini marshmallows to give your pumpkin dip more texture and volume.
  • Ice Cream Sandwiches – Spread the dip between two gingersnaps and freeze for yummy pumpkin ice cream sandwiches.

How to Make Pumpkin Dip

This section shows you how to make the recipe with step-by-step photos and instructions. For the full printable recipe, see the recipe card below. 

Step 1: Place pumpkin puree, pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin spice in a large mixing bowl and stir until smooth. 

milk, pudding mix, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice in a glass mixing bowl

Step 2: Fold in Cool Whip.

In process image of Cool Whip being added to pumpkin dip

Step 3: Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. 

Pumpkin fluff dip served with vanilla cookies for dipping

Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin spice, if desired.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Recipe FAQ

What to serve with pumpkin fluff dip?

Pumpkin dip pairs well with apple slices, Nilla wafers, pretzels, ginger snaps, or graham crackers for dipping.

Can you freeze pumpkin pie dip?

I have never had enough leftover to try freezing the dip myself. While you technically could freeze the dip the texture may change and not be as smooth and creamy. For best results I would enjoy within the 4 days it can be refrigerated.

Can I use homemade pumpkin puree?

Sure, you can substitute the canned pumpkin with the same amount of fresh pumpkin puree

More Pumpkin Dessert Recipes

  • Pumpkin Roll Cake
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Baked Pumpkin Donuts
  • Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
  • Pumpkin Crisp
Pumpkin fluff dip served with nilla wafers for dipping

Pumpkin Fluff Dip

Pumpkin Fluff Dip is a tasty dessert dip made with Cool Whip, vanilla pudding, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, any Fall day.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 121kcal
Author: Jaclyn Shimmel
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 3.4 ounce box instant vanilla pudding
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed

Instructions

  • Place pumpkin puree, pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin spice in a large mixing bowl and stir until smooth. 
  • Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. Serve with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or fruit for dipping.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
If you don’t have any pumpkin spice mix on hand you can make your own with 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ginger.
Use fat-free, sugar-free, or light pudding mix and Cool Whip for a lightened-up dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 121kcal

The nutritional information provided is automatically calculated by a third party and intended to serve as an estimate only. The accuracy of nutritional information is not guaranteed.

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By Jaclyn Shimmel | 10/02/2021
Filed Under: Dessert, Recipes Tagged With: Dip, No Bake, Pumpkin Spice

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Comments

  1. Loretta Burroughs says

    10/03/2021 at 3:56 am

    I love anything pumpkin spice going to get stuff to make it tomorrow

    Reply
  2. Carol says

    09/20/2022 at 1:52 pm

    I only have the cook and serve pudding. Can I use that without cooking it??

    Reply
    • Jaclyn Shimmel says

      09/21/2022 at 9:07 am

      Unfortunately cook & serve pudding won’t work for this recipe. I would wait to make it until you can pick up a box of instant pudding mix.

      Reply
    • Jaclyn Shimmel says

      09/21/2022 at 9:07 am

      Unfortunately, cook & serve pudding won’t work for this recipe. I would wait to make it until you can pick up a box of instant pudding mix.

      Reply
  3. Sherry says

    09/22/2022 at 11:01 am

    Do you use the pudding dry or make it before you add it to the mix?

    Reply
    • Jaclyn Shimmel says

      09/22/2022 at 11:12 am

      You just add the dry pudding mix.

      Reply
  4. Madison Williams says

    09/24/2022 at 10:57 pm

    What do you dip in it?

    Reply
    • Jaclyn Shimmel says

      09/25/2022 at 11:36 am

      We usually dip vanilla wafers, pretzels, or graham crackers but you could dip apple slices or other fruit for a healthier alternative.

      Reply
  5. Paula says

    11/04/2022 at 10:53 am

    Wants to try that

    Reply
  6. Cindy says

    11/19/2022 at 1:10 pm

    Can you freeze it?

    Reply
    • Jaclyn Shimmel says

      11/20/2022 at 2:17 pm

      While you could freeze the dip I hesitate to recommend it because it could change the consistency/texture.

      Reply

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