Description
No Bake Pumpkin Spice Delight is a creamy, festive dessert featuring a spiced pumpkin mousse layered over a buttery graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make treat combines the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spice with smooth cream cheese and whipped topping, perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday celebrations without any baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Garnish
- Additional whipped topping
- Ground cinnamon, for garnish
- Crushed graham crackers, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are moistened and press evenly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch dish to create a crust.
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In another large mixing bowl, beat together the powdered sugar and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add pumpkin and spices: Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring not to deflate it.
- Assemble the dessert: Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust using a spatula.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the dish for at least 2 hours or until the filling is firm and set.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, top with additional whipped topping and sprinkle with ground cinnamon and crushed graham crackers for a decorative finish.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth filling.
- Do not skip the chilling step; it helps the dessert firm up and improves the texture.
- For a stronger pumpkin flavor, you can add an extra ½ teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.
- Use thawed whipped topping for best folding results without lumps.
- This dessert keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
