Name: Creamy Pumpkin Hummus
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 (400 ml) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed but reserve canned water; 3 tablespoons reserved canned water; 2/3 cup pumpkin puree; 1/4 cup tahini sesame paste; 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (approximately juice from 1/2 lemon); 1 teaspoon maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; chickpeas; sesame seeds; fresh herbs (try rosemary or thyme); olive oil

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Calling all hummus lovers. Let me introduce you to life-changing creamy and dreamy pumpkin hummus. I mean, do you see that texture? This healthy and vegan hummus is so flavourful and delicious, packed with all the classic hummus ingredients for that flavour that you know and love, but with added (and subtle) pumpkin. Make it with just a few pantry staples and in under 5 minutes. So so easy to make.

Make creamy pumpkin hummus in under 5 minutes with a few pantry staples including canned pumpkin. It's the best healthy and delicious fall snack or appy. | aheadofthyme.com

I love anything quick and easy, especially when it tastes this good. So you can say that I am currently pretty obsessed with pumpkin hummus. It's the perfect fall snack to serve all day every day and makes the perfect appetizer to serve on your Thanksgiving holiday menu. I mean, who can say no to healthy and delicious. Plus, it's such a great way to sneak in vegetables (hello pumpkin!).

Ingredients in Pumpkin Hummus

chickpeas - canned chickpeas with some reserved canned water.
reserved canned water - this is the secret to getting really creamy hummus.
pumpkin puree - you will need ⅔ cup of pumpkin puree. You can used canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree. If using canned, there are a lot of ways you can use up that extra puree. Try pumpkin scones, chocolate chip pumpkin bread, mini pumpkin pies, pumpkin granola, or pumpkin cinnamon rolls.
tahini sesame paste
garlic
olive oil
lemon juice
maple syrup - just a hint of maple syrup to complement the pumpkin flavour.
salt
toppings - chickpeas, sesame seeds, herbs (try rosemary or thyme), olive oil.

You will also need a blender or food processor.

How to Make the Best Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

There is really just one step to making this creamy hummus. Just add all ingredients into a heavy duty blender (or a food processor) and pulse mix until fully combined and creamy. You may want to reserve a few of the chickpeas to add on top.

Then, transfer to a dipping bowl. Add some chickpeas, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs on top, and drizzle on some olive oil.

How to Serve Hummus

The best think about hummus is that there are so many different options when it comes to serving it. You can serve it with bread such as crackers, pita bread, naan flatbread, or crusty sourdough. You can keep it completely gluten-free and serve with an assortment of fruit such as sliced apples and pears, or veggies. Or use it as a spread in a Thanksgiving sandwich or vegan hummus wrap.

How to Store

Store creamy pumpkin hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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