Sensational Double Layer Pumpkin Pie
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Sensational Double Layer Pumpkin Pie
Description
Sensational Double Layer Pumpkin Pie brings together cream cheese sweetened with sugar and milk whipped with Cool Whip to form a fluffy foundation within a graham cracker crust. The top layer combines half-and-half with instant vanilla pudding mix, folded with pumpkin puree and a warming blend of cinnamon, ginger, and clove. Once chilled for at least three hours, the pie sets into two distinct creamy layers with subtle spice and smooth sweetness. This pie works well as a festive dessert, offering a lighter alternative to traditional pumpkin pies with its pudding texture and tang from the cream cheese base.
Preparation involves no baking, making it accessible with pantry staples and a ready-made crust. The mix of instant pudding and pumpkin ensures a tender, custard-like top layer, while the cream cheese layer adds richness and a slight tart counterpoint. Serving chilled helps maintain firmness and a refreshing mouthfeel.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cup Cool Whip
- 1 Keebler graham cracker pie crust Ready-Crust brand, 6 ounces
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 2 packages Instant pudding mix 4-serving size, Jell-O Vanilla Flavor
- 16 ounces pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, and milk until smooth using a wire whisk.
- Gently stir in the Cool Whip. Spread the mixture on the bottom of the pie crust.
- Pour the half-and-half into the bowl. Add the pudding mix and beat with a wire whisk until well blended and thick (1 to 2 minutes).
- Stir in the pumpkin and spices with a wire whisk and mix well. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Garnish with more whipped topping and nuts if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 223kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 222mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 5150IU | 103% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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