Pumpkin Lush
Pumpkin Lush is a delightful layered dessert featuring a creamy pumpkin filling, a crunchy base, and a fluffy topping. It's a perfect indulgence for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations.
Equipment
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spatula
- 1 plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 12 oz graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 15 oz pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping like Cool Whip
- additional whipped topping for garnish (optional)
- ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Gently fold the whipped topping into the remaining pumpkin mixture until well incorporated and fluffy. Spread this layer over the pumpkin layer.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional whipped topping and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
Notes
This dessert can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
You can substitute graham cracker crumbs with crumbled shortbread cookies for a different flavor.
To make it more festive, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts on top before serving.