Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pie With Graham Cracker Crust No Bake
Are you looking for a delicious, easy-to-make dessert for Thanksgiving or any other occasion? Look no further than this pumpkin cream cheese pie with graham cracker crust - and the best part is, it's no bake!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
Directions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are moistened.
2. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press the crust down evenly. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until well combined.
5. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth out the top with a spatula. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
6. When ready to serve, remove the pie from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Slice and serve with whipped cream, if desired.
Variations
This pumpkin cream cheese pie with graham cracker crust is delicious as is, but you can also try these variations:
- Add a layer of caramel sauce on top of the crust before adding the pumpkin filling.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the whipped cream before serving.
- Swap out the graham cracker crust for a chocolate cookie crust, or make a half-and-half crust with both graham crackers and chocolate cookies.
- Add a tablespoon of bourbon or rum to the pumpkin filling for a boozy twist.
Conclusion
This pumpkin cream cheese pie with graham cracker crust is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, no bake, and absolutely delicious. Try it out for your next family gathering or holiday celebration!
