Description
Creamy pumpkin lush dessert combines layers of graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese, and spiced pumpkin pudding. Chilled and garnished with whipped cream, this seasonal treat offers pure comfort in each delightful bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 15 ounces (425 grams) pumpkin puree
Pudding and Filling Ingredients:
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Topping Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers and blend with melted butter, firmly pressing the mixture into a 9×13 inch pan to create a uniform base layer.
- Whip cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, gently folding in half of the whipped topping, then carefully spread this creamy mixture evenly over the graham cracker foundation.
- Whisk pumpkin puree with instant pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture develops a thick, velvety consistency, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Delicately spread the pumpkin pudding layer over the cream cheese, creating a smooth, even surface.
- Crown the dessert with remaining whipped topping, dusting lightly with ground cinnamon for an aromatic finishing touch.
- Refrigerate for 4-6 hours, allowing the layers to set and flavors to meld together, creating a perfectly chilled dessert ready to serve.
Notes
- Enhance the crust’s flavor by adding a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the graham cracker crumbs for a warm, aromatic base.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with crushed gluten-free cookies or almond flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Elevate the cream cheese layer’s richness by using full-fat cream cheese and ensuring it’s thoroughly softened for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Create a lighter option by using low-fat cream cheese, sugar-free pudding mix, and light whipped topping without compromising the dessert’s delectable taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg