As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and the air becomes crisp, there’s a special kind of excitement that fills the air – it’s Halloween season! And what better way to celebrate this spooky time of year than by whipping up some deliciously festive treats? One of my absolute favorites is making Halloween-themed goodies, and today, I’m thrilled to share my love for creating a scrumptious Pumpkin Pie Dip with Pie Crust Chips. This delightful concoction is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, making it an irresistible treat for your Halloween festivities.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Pumpkin Pie Dip:

• 1 cup of pumpkin purée
• 1 package (3.4 oz) of vanilla instant pudding mix
• 1 cup of Cool Whip (or a similar whipped topping)
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice (adjust to taste)
• Milk (for adjusting the dip’s consistency)

For the Pie Crust Chips:

• Premade pie crusts (you can use refrigerated or frozen pie crusts)
• Milk (for brushing the pie crusts)

Instructions:

Making the Pumpkin Pie Dip:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, vanilla instant pudding mix, and Cool Whip.
2. Stir the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
3. Gradually add the cinnamon sugar and pumpkin pie spice to the mixture, adjusting the quantities to your personal taste. Feel free to add more or less to suit your preferences.
4. Once you’re satisfied with the taste and consistency, cover the dip and refrigerate it for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together. You can also refrigerate it longer for a richer flavor.

Preparing the Pie Crust Chips:

1. Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the premade pie crust packaging.
2. Roll out the premade pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Using Halloween-themed cookie cutters, cut out various spooky shapes from the dough.
3. Place the pie crust shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush each shape with a bit of milk to help them turn golden brown while baking.
5. Sprinkle the shapes with additional cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
6. Bake the pie crust chips in the preheated oven as per the package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.

Putting It All Together

Now that you have your Pumpkin Pie Dip and Pie Crust Chips ready, it’s time to assemble your Halloween masterpiece. Arrange the golden pie crust chips around your Pumpkin Pie Dip, and watch as your guests are delighted by this enchanting and delicious Halloween treat. You can also add fruit, cookies and crackers along with your pie crust chips!