By Becky Hardin
Published Oct 29, 2023
This sweet and savory Pumpkin Hummus recipe is creamy, easy, and filled with tons of delicious ingredients! Pumpkin puree, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, maple syrup, and a range of spices create an incredible flavor you won’t be able to resist. Just 20 minutes stands between you and this amazing fall hummus!
What’s in this Pumpkin Hummus Recipe?
If you know me, you know I love pumpkin! Pumpkin pie , pumpkin pancakes … I just can’t get enough! This sweet and savory pumpkin-flavored hummus was a natural next step in my pumpkin addiction. I hope you love it as much as I do!
- Chickpeas: Form the base of our hummus, creating a creamy dip. I like to use canned to save time and energy!
- Pumpkin Puree : Adds a gorgeous orange color and a mild earthiness to the hummus.
- Tahini: A sesame seed paste that provides a nutty richness and increases the creaminess.
- Lemon Juice: Adds an element of acid that balances the sweetness of the pumpkin and brightens the overall flavor.
- Olive Oil: Adds richness to the dip and helps create a smooth consistency.
- Maple Syrup: Adds sweetness to the hummus to enhance the pumpkin flavor.
- Garlic: Adds an earthy and aromatic flavor.
- Cumin: Adds a warm, earthy, and slightly smoky flavor.
- Smoked Paprika: Adds a subtle smokiness and a hint of sweetness that enhances the overall flavor of the dip.
- Kosher Salt: Balances the dish and enhances the pumpkin flavor.
- Cinnamon: Adds a touch of warmth and spice to the dish that rounds out the pumpkin flavor.
Pro Tip: For an extra light and fluffy hummus, add an ice cube to the food processor before blending!
Variations on Pumpkin Hummus Dip
This pumpkin hummus is the perfect base for a sweet or savory dip. You can make it spicier by adding some cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce, or heartier by mixing in some roasted sweet potatoes . Try blending in curry powder or paste for a curried version.
For pumpkin pie hummus, omit the garlic, cumin, and paprika, and add extra maple syrup and cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice . Swap out the tahini for almond or cashew butter for a sweeter and nuttier flavor, or fold in some crushed walnuts, pecans, or almonds for a bit of crunch.
This sweet and savory hummus is made much like traditional hummus, but with the addition of pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and cinnamon.
Sure! Hummus is a nutritious snack that is great to enjoy daily in moderation.
Tahini is a sesame seed-based paste that is available in the nut butter aisle or in the foreign foods aisle of most grocery stores. It usually comes in a glass jar or a metal tin. Some common brands are Joyva and Soom , but you can also find it at Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s under their own brands.
You can serve this hummus warm or cold, though I prefer it cold!
How to Store
Store leftover pumpkin hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy chilled, at room temperature, or gently heated in the microwave.
How to Freeze
Freeze this fall-flavored hummus tightly sealed in a Ziplock bag for up to 4 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this tasty pumpkin hummus dip with raw vegetables , apple chips , pita chips, tortilla chips , wonton chips , baked sweet potato chips , crackers, or naan bread .
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 15.5 ounces chickpeas drained (1 can)
- ▢ ½ cup pumpkin puree (about ¼ can)
- ▢ ¼ cup tahini
- ▢ 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢ 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- ▢ 2 cloves garlic
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ▢ ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings
- ▢ Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- ▢ Chopped fresh parsley
- ▢ Ground paprika
- ▢ Extra version olive oil
Instructions
- Place all the hummus ingredients in a food processor. 15.5 ounces chickpeas, ½ cup pumpkin puree, ¼ cup tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Top with pepitas, parsley, a sprinkle of paprika, and a couple swishes of olive oil. Pepitas, Chopped fresh parsley, Ground paprika, Extra version olive oil
- Serve with veggies and pita wedges.
Equipment
- Food Processor
Becky’s Tips
- For an extra light and fluffy hummus, add an ice cube to the food processor before blending!
- Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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- Veggie Dip
- 7 Layer Dip Cups
- Guacamole
- Rotel Dip
- Bacon Spinach Dip
- Pepper Jelly Dip
- French Onion Dip
- Beer Cheese Dip
- Crockpot Queso
Pumpkin Hummus Recipe
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 15.5 ounces chickpeas drained (1 can)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (about ¼ can)
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings
- Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Ground paprika
- Extra version olive oil
Instructions
- Place all the hummus ingredients in a food processor. 15.5 ounces chickpeas, ½ cup pumpkin puree, ¼ cup tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Top with pepitas, parsley, a sprinkle of paprika, and a couple swishes of olive oil. Pepitas, Chopped fresh parsley, Ground paprika, Extra version olive oil
- Serve with veggies and pita wedges.
Notes
- For an extra light and fluffy hummus, add an ice cube to the food processor before blending!
- Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
