Description
Indulgent “no bake cream cheese pumpkin pie” blends silky autumn flavors with creamy richness. Chilled graham cracker crust and smooth pumpkin filling promise delightful seasonal comfort you can savor without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 pre-made graham cracker pie crusts
- 2 cups canned pumpkin
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 8-ounce (226 grams) container Cool Whip (or other whipped cream)
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup sugar
Thickening Agent:
- 1 3.4-ounce (96 grams) box instant vanilla pudding
Instructions
- Craft the foundational cream cheese base by blending softened cream cheese, sugar, and one container of Cool Whip using an electric mixer until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Distribute the cream cheese mixture evenly across the graham cracker crusts, creating a smooth, level foundation for subsequent layers.
- Prepare the pudding mixture by whisking instant vanilla pudding with milk, allowing it to thicken for 1-2 minutes at room temperature.
- Incorporate canned pumpkin, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg into the pudding, stirring until the mixture becomes uniformly blended and free of lumps.
- Carefully spread the spiced pumpkin layer over the cream cheese base, using a spatula to create an even, attractive surface.
- Crown the pie with the remaining Cool Whip, generously covering the pumpkin layer to create a pillowy, decadent topping.
- Refrigerate the assembled pie for a minimum of 60 minutes, enabling the layers to solidify and allowing the flavors to harmonize thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- Swap regular graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives to create a celiac-friendly version of this dessert.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and sugar substitutes for a lighter, more diet-conscious pie option.
- Enhance the spice profile by adding a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom for a more complex flavor depth.
- Garnish with toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds right before serving to add a delightful crunch and nutty undertone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg