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Fall Dips and Appetizers

10 Fall Dips and Appetizers to Elevate Your Cozy Gatherings

Explore these Fall Dips and Appetizers that bring warmth and comfort to your cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for a richer texture
  • 1 cup Sour Cream full-fat for maximum taste
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack
For Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs chopped parsley or chives
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
For the Star Flavor
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree must be pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed to reduce sodium
  • 1 cup Fiesta Corn fresh or frozen corn

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven-safe Dish

Method
 

How to Make Fall Dips and Appetizers
  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Add Flavor Ingredients: Sprinkle in shredded cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well.
  4. Incorporate Main Ingredients: Fold in canned pumpkin puree and black beans until well-mixed.
  5. Transfer and Bake: Pour the mixture into an oven-safe dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbling.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Allow to cool slightly and garnish with fresh herbs before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of extra cheese on top before baking for an even cheesier finish.

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