Description
Pumpkin Lush is a no-bake, layered dessert perfect for fall, featuring a buttery gingersnap crust, creamy layers of tangy cream cheese, spiced pumpkin pudding, and whipped topping. It’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Gingersnap Crust:
- 2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs (about 40 cookies)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)
For the Pumpkin Layer:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1½ cups cold milk
For the Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- Extra gingersnap cookie crumbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Gingersnap Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the gingersnap cookie crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the other layers.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping until combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Return to the refrigerator.
- Prepare the Pumpkin Layer: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, instant vanilla pudding mix, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cold milk until smooth and thickened. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Top the Dessert: Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the pumpkin layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and extra gingersnap cookie crumbs for garnish.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set properly.
- Use homemade whipped cream for a richer flavor.
- Optional garnishes include a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg