Description
This 10-Minute Cozy & Creamy Pumpkin Hummus is a perfect blend of creamy chickpeas and rich pumpkin purée, infused with warm spices like cumin and cinnamon. It’s a unique twist on traditional hummus, offering a slightly sweet, spicy flavor that’s perfect for fall snacking or entertaining. Ready in just 10 minutes using a food processor, it makes a comforting, nutritious dip served with pita chips, sliced apples, or root vegetable chips.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling!)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup ice water
For Serving (Optional)
- Extra olive oil
- Pomegranate arils
- Toasted pepitas
- Finely chopped fresh rosemary
- Sliced apples
- Sliced carrots
- Pita chips
- Root veggie chips
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, pumpkin purée, and minced garlic to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse several times to break the ingredients into smaller pieces, creating a rough mixture to start with.
- Add flavorings: Add the lemon juice, tahini, maple syrup, kosher salt, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the food processor bowl with the chickpea and pumpkin mixture.
- Blend and emulsify: Turn on the food processor and slowly drizzle in the olive oil while it’s running. Continue processing the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until it becomes creamy but still has a slightly chunky texture at this stage.
- Smooth the hummus: While the food processor is running, gradually add the ice water one tablespoon at a time. This will help the hummus become smoother and silkier. Adjust the amount of ice water according to your preferred hummus consistency.
- Serve: Transfer the pumpkin hummus to a serving bowl. Top with an extra drizzle of olive oil and garnish with finely chopped fresh rosemary, pomegranate arils, or toasted pepitas if desired. Serve alongside pita chips, sliced apples, sliced carrots, or root vegetable chips for dipping. Enjoy your cozy, creamy pumpkin hummus!
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Texture Adjustment: Add more or less ice water to achieve your desired creaminess.
- Serving Ideas: This hummus pairs excellently with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crisp apple slices.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the hummus in advance and store it chilled; flavors will meld beautifully over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
