Step 1: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Add the pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Step 4: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until fully incorporated.
Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Step 6: Serve chilled with graham crackers, apple slices, or cinnamon sugar pita chips.