Description
This No Bake Pumpkin Pie is a delicious and easy fall dessert featuring a creamy layered filling made from cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, instant vanilla pudding, and Cool Whip, set on a premade graham cracker crust. It’s perfect for those who want the taste of pumpkin pie without the hassle of baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 4 ounces Cool Whip (half of an 8 oz tub)
Pumpkin Layer
- 1 cup milk
- 15 ounces canned pumpkin
- 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Additional
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (remaining half tub)
- 1 premade graham cracker crumb pie crust (larger size than normal pie crust)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1 tablespoon of sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in half of the Cool Whip (about 4 ounces) into this mixture. Spread this cream cheese layer evenly into the graham cracker crust, creating a smooth base.
- Make the Pumpkin Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk, the canned pumpkin, the dry instant vanilla pudding mixes, and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture is well combined and creamy. This will form the spiced pumpkin pudding layer.
- Layer the Pumpkin Filling: Spread the prepared pumpkin mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer in the crust, smoothing it out to cover the whole surface.
- Top with Cool Whip: Spread the remaining Cool Whip (about 4 ounces) on top of the pumpkin layer to complete the pie’s layers and add a light, fluffy texture.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours to allow the layers to set properly before serving. This chilling time helps the flavors meld and the pie firm up for perfect slicing.
Notes
- No Bake Pumpkin Pie combines the convenience of a premade crust with creamy, spiced layers, making it an ideal dessert for fall gatherings or holidays.
- The pie requires refrigeration to set, so plan ahead and allow at least 4 hours chilling time.
- You can garnish with additional whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor and presentation.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure a smooth mixture without lumps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
