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A slice of pumpkin delight on a white plate.
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Pumpkin Delight

Pumpkin Delight is an easy layered dessert with a buttery pecan crust, creamy cheesecake filling, pumpkin pudding, and whipped topping.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Chill Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¾ cup chopped pecans
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 cups whipped topping, divided
  • 2½ cups milk
  • 3 (3.4- ounce) packages white chocolate (or vanilla) instant pudding mix
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice

Instructions

Layer 1

  • Mix flour, butter, and ½ cup pecans. Press into a greased 9x9 pan. Bake for 15 minutes at 350°F, then remove and let cool.
    NOTE: If you are using a 9x13 pan, or would like a thicker crust, add an additional ½ cup flour, ¼ cup butter, and ¼ cup chopped pecans.

Layer 2

  • Blend cream cheese and powdered sugar, add 1 cup of the whipped topping, then spread over cooled crust.

Layer 3

  • Mix milk, pudding mix, canned pumpkin, pumpkin spice, and 1 cup whipped topping until smooth. Spread over top of layer 2.

Layer 4

  • Spread remaining 1 cup of whipped topping and sprinkle with pecans.
  • Let chill for 3 hours or until set. Serve chilled.

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Notes

Recipe Tips.
  • Let the crust cool completely before adding the cream cheese layer so it stays smooth.
  • Use softened cream cheese for the creamiest filling without lumps.
  • Chill for at least 3 hours so the layers have plenty of time to set before slicing.
  • Warm the blade of the knife in the water, wipe it dry, and make a long smooth slice. Clean off and rewarm the blade after each slice.
Make ahead of time. Make this up to 24 hours in advance so it stays as fresh as possible. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving. 
Store. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Cover the top with an airtight lid and place it in the freezer. Cut out the amount you want, leave it out to thaw, and place the rest back in the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1square | Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 6105IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 1mg