Not all pumpkin is sweet and pie-spiced! This Slow Cooker Savory Pumpkin Dip recipe turns pumpkin puree, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and savory seasonings into a creamy, craveable dip. This warm, easy fall dip is perfect for game day, holidays, or anytime you want something delicious to dip into.
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This creamy Slow Cooker Savory Pumpkin Dip Recipe trades the usual pumpkin spice for melted sharp cheddar and savory seasonings. It will disappear fast at any fall get-together.
Recipe at a glance (TL;DR)
- Prep time: 5 min
- Cook time: 2 hours on low or 1 hour on high
- Main Ingredients: Pumpkin puree, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese
- Servings: 12
- Best for: fall entertaining, game day, parties, cozy weekends
- Why it's lazy: No cutting or prep involved. One-pot recipe.
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Why you'll love this savory pumpkin dip
- A savory way to enjoy pumpkin. Sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and spices turn pumpkin into a savory delight.
- Something different. This easy dip is a deliciously unique way to serve pumpkin that isn't pumpkin pie spiced.
- Easy to find ingredients. All ingredients are readily available in any market.
- Easy prep: This is the ultimate dump-and-go recipe. There are no cutting or extra prep steps involved.
📝Ingredient shopping list
Following are the ingredients you'll need to make this slow cooker creamy pumpkin dip. Full quantities and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this page
Dairy
- Whipped cream cheese
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Produce
- Green onion
Canned Goods
Pumpkin puree
Spices & Seasonings
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried sage
- Salt & pepper
Condiments
- Worcestershire sauce
- Hot sauce
Preparing your slow cooker
- Lightly coat your slow cooker with a non-stick spray, oil, or butter before cooking
- Avocado oil and olive oil are both great choices for this recipe
- Use a slow cooker liner for the easiest cleanup (always an optional step but not as pretty if you are serving guests)
Step-by-step instructions
Add Ingredients
Add all ingredients other than ½ cup of cheese, salt & pepper, and hot sauce to a well-greased slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Cook
Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or high for one. After cooking, remove the lid and stir again to make sure all of the ingredients are well mixed.
Stir and spice
Stir in hot sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.
Garnish
Top with the remaining cheese, cover, and allow to melt. Once the cheese has melted, turn your slow cooker to warm, sprinkle with sliced green onion, and enjoy!
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Serving ideas
- This crockpot pumpkin dip is great with all your favorite crunchy dippers. Everything from pretzel flats to bagel chips to tortilla crisps to crackers.
- Crunchy fruits such as crisp apple slices, pear slices, and watermelon wedges are delicious with this creamy, cheesy pumpkin dip.
- Spoon this pumpkin dip over tortilla chips for a unique and wonderful plate of pumpkin nachos.
Storing leftovers
Store cooled leftover savory pumpkin dip in an airtight container or zip-top bag. It will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat leftovers gently in the microwave oven.
😉 Tips from my kitchen
- Do you prefer sweet pumpkin recipes? Try my Pumpkin Butter, Pumpkin Cobbler, or Pumpkin Bread Pudding slow cooker recipes.
- Looking for more savory pumpkin recipes? Try Slow Cooker Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili.
- Each crockpot is different. The first time you make this savory pumpkin dip, watch it a little more closely to make sure nothing is burning. I have not personally experienced any burning issues when making this recipe.
- Some people have commented that freshly shredded cheese melts best. I have made this cheesy dip with both freshly shredded and pre-shredded cheese - both were delicious!
- In the market for a new slow cooker?? I love mine!
- The most important step is to always make sure your slow cooker is plugged in and turned on!! 🙄
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Good to know
No. I like to use whipped cream cheese because it melts fast and is easy to stir. If you would rather use a block of cream cheese, cut it into cubes before adding it to your slow cooker.
Once the dip is heated all the way through, turn your slow cooker to the warm setting and serve from there. Stirring occasionally will help to keep it evenly heated.
No. Pumpkin filling contains added sugar and spices that will change the flavor. Be sure to use 100% pumpkin puree. You can even use your slow cooker to make your own.
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📖 Recipe
Slow Cooker Savory Pumpkin Dip
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Equipment
- mixing spoons
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree be sure not to accidentally use pumpkin pie filling
- 12 oz cream cheese whipped
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded and divided
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp hot sauce optional if you don't like heat
- salt and pepper to taste
- green onion for garnish and extra flavor
Instructions
- To a well-greased slow cooker add 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree, 12 oz cream cheese, 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon onion powder,1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried sage, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce,
- Stir well to fully combine
- Cover and cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2
- Once the cheese has fully melted through, stir again, 2 tablespoon hot sauce and salt and pepper to taste, if needed
- Top with 0.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese. Cover the slow cooker and allow the cheese on top to fully melt (this should take about 10 minutes or so)
- Sprinkle generously with green onion and enjoy!
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Notes
- Freshly shredded cheese often melts best, but I take the lazier route and use the packaged shredded cheese.
- To add a bit of smoky flavor, add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika to the recipe
- To dial up the heat, add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper. You can also drizzle hot sauce on top of the finished dish.
- If you like a gooey cheese pull, top with mozzarella cheese instead of the ½ cup of shredded cheddar.
Nutrition
All nutrition information shown here is automatically generated and should be considered an estimate. If you follow a specific diet, please calculate your own values to ensure accuracy.
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