Halloween Potluck Pumpkin Dessert
Get ready to wow your guests with this Halloween potluck masterpiece! This creamy pumpkin dessert blends rich cream cheese, aromatic spices, and a crunchy pecan topping for a dish that’s as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for sharing at your spooky gathering, it’s an easy-to-make treat that guarantees laughter and compliments all around!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and brown sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before sprinkling with chopped pecans. Cut into squares or use cookie cutters for themed shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square - approx. 60g
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this recipe! Substitute ingredients based on dietary preferences—for instance, use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option or swap pecans for walnuts if desired. For an extra kick, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract.