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Pumpkin Pie Dessert Smiles
Pumpkin Pie Dessert Smiles

9 INGREDIENTS • 4 STEPS • 10MINS

Pumpkin Pie Dessert Smiles

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Bring a touch of fun to your dessert table with Pumpkin Pie Dessert Smiles—a playful, crowd-pleasing treat that reimagines the flavors of classic pumpkin pie. Crispy McCain Smiles are air-fried to golden perfection, then tossed with cinnamon sugar for that signature warmth. Serve them alongside a luscious pumpkin cheesecake dip made with cream cheese, pumpkin puree, real maple syrup, and a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Fluffy whipped topping makes the dip irresistibly light and creamy. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chilling), this interactive dessert invites guests to dunk, share, and savor nostalgic fall flavors—ideal for festive gatherings or a sweet surprise after your holiday meal.
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Bring a touch of fun to your dessert table with Pumpkin Pie Dessert Smiles—a playful, crowd-pleasing treat that reimagines the flavors of classic pumpkin pie. Crispy McCain Smiles are air-fried to golden perfection, then tossed with cinnamon sugar for that signature warmth. Serve them alongside a luscious pumpkin cheesecake dip made with cream cheese, pumpkin puree, real maple syrup, and a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Fluffy whipped topping makes the dip irresistibly light and creamy. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chilling), this interactive dessert invites guests to dunk, share, and savor nostalgic fall flavors—ideal for festive gatherings or a sweet surprise after your holiday meal.
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McCain
McCain Fries Fit Every Table for Thanksgiving Weekend. Friesgiving brings more flavor, more sharing, and less stress to the holiday table. Top fries with Thanksgiving leftovers for football, weekend brunches, and post-feast snacks. Because the best traditions shouldn't end on Thursday.

10MINS

Total Time

$1.58

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
8
us / metric
Frozen Smiley-Shaped Fries
10 3/4 cups

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McCain™ Smiles®
Cream Cheese
1 cup
Cream Cheese, softened
Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 tsp
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
4 Tbsp
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
Whipped Topping
1 1/2 cups
Whipped Topping
Cinnamon Sugar
3 Tbsp
Cinnamon Sugar

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
375
Fat
23.1 g
Protein
3.9 g
Carbs
38.2 g
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McCain Fries Fit Every Table for Thanksgiving Weekend. Friesgiving brings more flavor, more sharing, and less stress to the holiday table. Top fries with Thanksgiving leftovers for football, weekend brunches, and post-feast snacks. Because the best traditions shouldn't end on Thursday.

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step 1
Place Cream Cheese (1 cup), Vanilla Extract (1 tsp), Pumpkin Pie Spice (1 tsp), Canned Pumpkin Purée (3/4 cup), Pure Maple Syrup (4 Tbsp) and Powdered Confectioners Sugar (4 Tbsp) in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Use the whisk attachment and beat for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and whisk until smooth and fluffy, another 2 minutes.
step 2
Fold in Whipped Topping (1 1/2 cups) then transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
step 3
Preheat the air fryer to 300°F. Add McCain™ Smiles® (10 3/4 cups) in a single layer to the air fryer, working in batches if needed, and cook until golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes.
step 4
Transfer Smiles to a medium bowl. Add the Cinnamon Sugar (3 Tbsp) and toss to coat. Move to a platter or board and add pumpkin cheesecake dip.
step 4 Transfer Smiles to a medium bowl. Add the Cinnamon Sugar (3 Tbsp) and toss to coat. Move to a platter or board and add pumpkin cheesecake dip.

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Shellfish-Free
Vegetarian
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