Pumpkin Pie Made With Cool Whip And Vanilla Pudding
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and that means it's time to start thinking about dessert. One classic dessert that always makes an appearance at Thanksgiving dinner is pumpkin pie. But why settle for a plain old pumpkin pie when you can make it even more delicious by adding Cool Whip and vanilla pudding? This pumpkin pie recipe is easy to make and will be a surefire hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tub (8 ounces) Cool Whip
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vanilla pudding mix, milk, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.
6. Fold in the Cool Whip until everything is evenly mixed.
7. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the cooled crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
8. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until set.
9. Serve chilled with additional Cool Whip on top, if desired.
Variations:
If you want to mix things up a bit, try one of these variations:
- Add a layer of chopped pecans or walnuts to the bottom of the crust before adding the pumpkin mixture.
- Replace the vanilla pudding mix with butterscotch pudding mix for a different flavor.
- Top the pie with a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
- Add a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice to the Cool Whip for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
This pumpkin pie recipe with Cool Whip and vanilla pudding is a delicious twist on a classic dessert. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking with the variations listed above. Serve it at your Thanksgiving dinner or any other fall gathering for a sweet and satisfying end to the meal.
