Description
Indulge in the creamy and luscious Pumpkin Lush dessert, a perfect treat for the fall season with layers of pumpkin, cream cheese, and spices. This no-bake delight is sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping
Pumpkin Layer:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pumpkin spice pudding mix
- 2 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Toppings:
- Additional whipped topping
- Chopped pecans or crushed graham crackers (optional)
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch dish and bake for 8 minutes. Cool.
- Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Fold in half of the whipped topping and spread over crust.
- Pumpkin Layer: Whisk together pudding mixes, milk, pumpkin, and spice. Spread over cream cheese layer.
- Assembly: Top with remaining whipped topping. Chill for at least 4 hours.
- Serving: Garnish with pecans or graham crackers before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer crust, refrigerate instead of baking.
- Substitute gingersnap cookies for a different crust flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
