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This is our take on the Weight Watchers Pumpkin Fluff, with a few delicious tweaks! We added cottage cheese for a boost of protein and creaminess and used less whipped topping to keep it lighter without sacrificing flavor. Get ready to dive into the ultimate fall treat with this delicious recipe! It’s creamy, light, and full of pumpkin spice flavor. This pumpkin fluff is sure to become your go-to recipe for the season. Let’s whip it up!
Why You Will Love This Pumpkin Fluff Dip
- It’s our take on the classic Weight Watchers pumpkin fluff, made healthier and high-protein!
- This recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients.
- It’s a lightened-up version made with cottage cheese!
- It’s packed with pumpkin flavor from the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice!
- This pumpkin fluff dip is the perfect delicious and festive treat! It’s great for dipping graham crackers or apple slices.
- This is the ultimate no-bake pumpkin dessert!
What Is Pumpkin Fluff?
Pumpkin fluff is a creamy, light, and delicious dessert dip bursting with fall flavor. It’s traditionally made with Cool Whip and an entire package of pudding mix. I’ve lightened up the classic recipe with this healthier version. It blends real pumpkin puree with a mix of whipped cottage cheese and CocoWhip, creating a high-protein, creamy base full of pumpkin spice goodness.
Ingredients Needed
- Pumpkin Puree: Canned pumpkin puree delivers a rich pumpkin flavor.
- Cottage Cheese: Use low-fat, full-fat, or fat-free cottage cheese. The cottage cheese doesn’t alter the taste of this pumpkin fluff, it just adds protein and creaminess. It has a smooth and creamy texture once blended with the rest of the ingredients.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: Add pumpkin pie spice to give this pumpkin fluff an incredible flavor.
- Vanilla Extract: Add a splash of vanilla extract for flavor.
- Pudding Mix: Use regular or sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix.
- Sweetener: Use sugar or a 1:1 sugar-free sweetener.
- Whipped Topping: Use your favorite light or fat-free whipped topping.
How To Make Pumpkin Fluff
Step 1: Add the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, vanilla instant pudding mix, and sweetener to a blender or food processor.
Step 2: Thoroughly blend the mixture until smooth. Then, add the blended mixture to a bowl.
Step 3: Lightly fold the thawed whipped topping into the blended mixture.
Be careful not to over-mix so it stays light and fluffy.
Step 4: Refrigerate the pumpkin fluff in an airtight container for 2-4 hours before serving.
How To Serve Pumpkin Fluff
Serve this pumpkin fluff dip with graham crackers, sliced apples, pears, strawberries, vanilla wafers, cookies, or gingersnaps. Or, it can be layered in parfaits with additional whipped topping and crushed graham crackers.
You can also serve this pumpkin fluff with optional toppings! Some great topping ideas include mini chocolate chips, a drizzle of almond butter or peanut butter, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut flakes, a dash of cinnamon, or chopped nuts such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts.
Expert Tips
- Fold In The Whipped Cream: When combining the whipped cream with the pumpkin mixture, lightly fold it in. Don’t over-mix the pumpkin fluff. This helps maintain the airy texture and prevents the whipped cream from deflating.
- Chill Before Serving: Let your pumpkin fluff chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours before serving. This allows it to thicken to the desired consistency and for the flavors to meld.
- Use Pumpkin Puree: Make sure to use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugars and spices.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend: If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, mix together 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon of ground ginger, and a pinch of cloves.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover pumpkin fluff in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Variations
- Sweetener To Use: Sweeten this pumpkin fluff with your sweetener of choice. Some options are sugar, brown sugar, or coconut sugar. Or, use a sugar-free sweetener such as monk fruit. Avoid liquid sweeteners such as maple syrup and honey as they will make the consistency of this pumpkin fluff thinner.
- Sugar-Free Pudding Mix: You can make this recipe with sugar-free instant pudding mix. Use 3 teaspoons for this recipe.
- Whipped Topping: Use your favorite whipped topping. Some options are CocoWhip, TruWhip, or fat-free Cool Whip. You can even make homemade whipped cream!
- Add Chocolate Flavor: Mix in mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings for a burst of chocolate flavor. Or, for more chocolate flavor, mix in 1/4 cup of Dutch-processed cocoa powder or 2 tablespoons of chocolate protein powder.
- Add Cream Cheese: Replace half of the cottage cheese with softened light cream cheese for a cheesecake-like flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Make This Pumpkin Fluff Vegan?
Yes, you can make this pumpkin fluff recipe vegan. Swap the cottage cheese for 1/2 cup of silken tofu and use dairy-free coconut whipped cream.
How Long Does Pumpkin Fluff Last?
This pumpkin fluff is best enjoyed within three days of making it when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Can You Freeze Pumpkin Fluff?
It’s best not to freeze pumpkin fluff. Freezing can alter the textures of the cottage cheese and whipped topping, resulting in a less creamy and smooth consistency. However, you can store any leftovers in the fridge for a few days!
More Recipes To Try Next!
- Strawberry Protein Fluff
- Protein Pudding
- Pumpkin Yogurt
- Pumpkin Mug Cake
- Cottage Cheese Chocolate Pudding
- Pumpkin Pie Cups
- Pumpkin Spice Muffins
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PUMPKIN FLUFF
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese, fat-free, low-fat, or full-fat
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoons sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix (or 2 tablespoons regular vanilla instant pudding mix)
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free sweetener or sugar
- 1/2 cup whipped topping, light or fat-free
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, vanilla instant pudding mix, and sweetener to a blender or food processor.
- Thoroughly blend the mixture until smooth. Then, add the blended mixture to a bowl.
- Lightly fold the thawed whipped topping into the blended mixture. Be careful not to overmix so it stays light and fluffy.
- Refrigerate the pumpkin fluff in an airtight container for 2-4 hours before serving to allow it to set and for the flavors to meld.
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Notes
- Storage: Store leftover pumpkin fluff in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- Whipped Topping To Use: Some options are CocoWhip, TruWhip, or fat-free Cool Whip. You can even make homemade whipped cream!
- Use Pumpkin Puree: Make sure to use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Chill: Let your pumpkin fluff chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours before serving. This allows it to thicken to the desired consistency and for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
