Description

Pumpkin Delight Lush Dessert is a creamy, layered treat featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese cheesecake layer, and a spiced pumpkin pudding topping, all adorned with whipped topping and crunchy pecans. This no-bake dessert is perfect for fall gatherings and holiday celebrations, combining classic pumpkin flavors with a luscious texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 tbsp granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

Cheesecake Layer

16 oz cream cheese (softened)
1½ cups powdered sugar
16 oz whipped topping (thawed), divided

Pumpkin Layer

3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding
12 oz can evaporated milk
15 oz can pure pumpkin
1½ tsp pumpkin spice
¼ cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions

Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Pour this mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and press down evenly to form the crust layer.
Make the cheesecake layer: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar on high speed until smooth and combined. Then, beat in 1½ cups of whipped topping on medium speed until well incorporated.
Assemble the cheesecake layer: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust. Refrigerate this layer while you prepare the pumpkin pudding layer.
Prepare the pumpkin pudding layer: In a mixing bowl, beat instant vanilla pudding mix with evaporated milk until thickened. Next, beat in the pure pumpkin and pumpkin spice until fully blended.
Combine pumpkin layer with whipped topping: Fold ½ cup of the whipped topping into the pumpkin pudding mixture gently until smooth. Spread this pumpkin layer evenly over the cheesecake layer in the dish.
Add the final whipped topping layer and garnish: Spread the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping over the pumpkin layer to create a fluffy top. Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the whipped topping.
Chill and serve: Refrigerate the entire dessert for at least 2 hours or until well set before serving to allow the layers to meld and the dessert to firm up.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and whipped topping to ensure creamy texture.
Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
Instant vanilla pudding mix is key to setting the pumpkin layer quickly without baking.
Can be made a day ahead to enhance flavors and save time.
For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pumpkin dessert, no bake dessert, layered dessert, pumpkin spice dessert, thanksgiving dessert, graham cracker crust, cream cheese dessert