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Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Pie with Perfect Graham Cracker Crust

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This no-bake pumpkin pie is incredibly creamy, perfectly spiced, and requires zero oven time. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (340g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)
  • Crumbled graham crackers or gingersnaps for topping (optional)
  • Caramel drizzle for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Pour melted butter over the mixture and stir with a fork until every crumb is moistened. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-low until well combined and silky, about 1 minute. Set aside.
  3. In a separate clean, cold bowl, whip heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture to lighten it. Then gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until no white streaks remain.
  5. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and spread evenly. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Notes

Room temperature cream cheese is crucial for a smooth filling. Chill the pie overnight for the best texture. Use a hot knife for clean slices.

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