Description
Pumpkin delight emerges as a seasonal classic that blends creamy textures with warm spices. Delectable layers promise comfort and sweet satisfaction for dessert enthusiasts seeking classic autumn flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2½ cups (600 ml) milk
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 (3.4 oz) packages white chocolate (or vanilla) instant pudding mix
- 1 cup (100 g) chopped pecans
- ¼ cup (25 g) chopped pecans (for topping)
- ½ cup (113 g) butter, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping (layer 2)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping (layer 3)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping (layer 4)
Instructions
- Crust Formation: Blend flour, butter, and pecans into a cohesive mixture. Press the crumbly base evenly into a greased baking pan, creating a uniform foundation.
- Baking the Base: Bake the crust in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15 minutes until achieving a light golden color. Cool completely to maintain structural integrity.
- Cream Cheese Layer: Whip cream cheese and powdered sugar until silky. Gently fold in whipped topping to create a light, airy texture. Spread evenly across the cooled crust.
- Pumpkin Fusion: Whisk milk, pudding mix, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice until perfectly smooth. Incorporate whipped topping and layer over the cream cheese mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Finishing Touches: Top with remaining whipped topping, creating a billowy surface. Garnish with reserved chopped pecans for a delightful crunch and visual appeal.
- Chilling and Serving: Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to allow layers to set and flavors to intensify. Slice and serve as a luxurious, multi-dimensional dessert that promises a symphony of taste and texture.
Notes
- Chill Thoroughly: Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to ensure layers set perfectly and flavors develop rich, complex profiles.
- Pecan Precision: Toast pecans lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the crust and topping.
- Smooth Technique: Fold whipped topping gently to maintain airy texture and prevent deflating the delicate cream layers.
- Temperature Matters: Ensure cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature for a silky-smooth cheese layer without lumps.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg