Pumpkin Lush

Pumpkin Lush – If you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert, make this luscious Pumpkin Lush! Made with cream cheese layer, pumpkin pudding layer and topped with a cool whipped topping, it makes the most unique fall dessert recipe.

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This Pumpkin Lush Dessert is a heavenly treat that will delight your taste buds with its fall spice and pumpkin flavors! This divine dessert features a buttery cookie crust, a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese, a luscious pumpkin pudding, and a cool whipped topping. It’s the perfect fall dessert for your Thanksgiving menu.

This post is about how to make Pumpkin Lush dessert.

Pumpkin Lush

If you love eating pumpkin pie, you’re going to obsess over this refreshing and luscious pumpkin spice lush dessert. It is almost like eating a pumpkin pie, but it has a creamier texture. It is going to quickly become your new favorite fall and Thanksgiving dessert recipe that your whole family will obsess over. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible and delectable pumpkin spice dessert that’s as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat! Pair it with a refreshing pumpkin spice margarita for the ultimate Thanksgiving feast.

What Are Lush Desserts?

Lush dessert is a layered dessert that consists of a graham cracker or cookie crust, a layer of no-bake cheesecake, some type of pudding, and whipped cream. They always have creamy, fluffy layers and are topped with whipped topping or Cool Whip for a luscious cake. These no-bake lush desserts are easy to customize and are also often called – icebox dessert, dessert lasagna or layered pudding dessert.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Fall Inspired Flavor Profile : Pumpkin dessert recipes are always something to look for when it comes to fall and Thanksgiving. This Pumpkin Lush dessert has all the best fall flavors that are too good to be true.
• Easy to Make & Customize : This pumpkin dessert is so versatile and doable for everyone. If you can pour layers, you are good to go. It is also very simple to switch the pumpkin pudding layer to lemon pudding layer or make it festive for Christmas with green and red layers.
• Perfect for Thanksgiving Menu : Whether you want something with apples, like Apple Pie Tacos or Apple Cider Whoopie Pies, or you’re thinking about making the good old Cinnamon Rolls, you also need to try out this pumpkin dessert too for your next Thanksgiving dinner.

Ingredients Notes

You can find the full recipe with mesurments in the recipe card below. Here’s what you will need –

For The Crust 

Graham Crackers

Butter, melted

For The Cream Cheese Layer

Cream Cheese

Powdered Sugar

Whipped Topping

For The Pumpkin Layer

Pumpkin Puree

Whipped Topping

Granulated Sugar

Pumpkin Pie Spice

For The Topping

Whipped Topping

Chopped Pecans or Walnuts

Caramel Sauce

HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN LUSH

This is a quick glance at the instructions needed to make this recipe. You can find the full recipe in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the other layers.

In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread this cream cheese layer evenly over the crust.

In another bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, 1 cup whipped topping, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Spread the pumpkin layer over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.

Top with an additional 1 cup of whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the pumpkin layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.

Serve chilled and enjoy!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

• Make sure to chill the crust before adding the cream cheese layer to prevent the layers from mixing together.
• If you don’t have graham crackers, you can substitute with crushed digestive biscuits or any other type of cookie that you prefer.
• For a healthier option, you can use Greek yogurt instead of whipped topping in the cream cheese and pumpkin layers.
• You can also add a tablespoon or two of maple syrup to the pumpkin layer to enhance the flavor.
• Before serving, you can sprinkle some additional pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon on top for added flavor.
• Instead of whipped topping, you can use whipped cream or make your own whipped cream by whipping heavy cream and sugar together.

RECIPE FAQ’S

CAN I USE DIFFERENT TYPE OF CRUST FOR PUMPKIN LUSH?

Yes, sure, you can use shortbread crust or Oreo cookie crust even. Just make sure to bake and cool the crust as needed before adding the layers.

HOW TO STORE PUMPKIN LUSH?

This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Pumpkin Lush

Pumpkin Lush - If you're looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert idea, make this luscious Pumpkin Lush! Made with cream cheese layer, pumpkin pudding layer and topped with a cool whipped topping, it makes the most unique fall dessert recipe.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 16

Equipment

• 9x13 pan
• standing mixer

Ingredients

  

For The Crust

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (approx. 226 grams)
• 1/2 cup melted butter (approx. 113 grams)

For The Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (approx. 226 grams)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (approx. 120 grams)
• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip) (approx. 227 grams)

For The Pumpkin Layer

• 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz, approx. 425 grams)
• 1 cup whipped topping (approx. 227 grams)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (approx. 100 grams)
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

For The Topping

• 1 cup whipped topping (approx. 227 grams)
• chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish
• caramel sauce, to taste

Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the other layers.
• In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread this cream cheese layer evenly over the crust.
• In another bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, 1 cup whipped topping, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Spread the pumpkin layer over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.
• Top with an additional 1 cup of whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the pumpkin layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
• Serve chilled and enjoy!

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