Pumpkin cream cheese dip or spread

Dietition's Tip

This light dessert or snack stands in nicely for calorie-rich pumpkin pie. You can also use it as a spread for bagels.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup of canned pumpkin (unsweetened, unsalted)
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 6 apples, sliced

Directions

Mix all ingredients for the spread together in a mixing bowl by hand or with an electric mixer (medium speed). Serve with apple slices for dipping.

Serves

Serves 12