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.
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!