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Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Dream Parfait – Best Fall Dessert

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A creamy, no-bake pumpkin parfait with layers of spiced pumpkin cream, fluffy whipped cream, and a crunchy graham cracker or gingersnap topping. Perfect for fall gatherings and Thanksgiving without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree (100% pure, not pie filling)
  • 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • 1/2 cup (60g) crushed graham crackers or gingersnaps
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crunchy topping: Crush graham crackers or gingersnaps into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and brown sugar (if using) until it resembles wet sand. Set aside.
  2. Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, beat cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 3 minutes). Refrigerate.
  3. Make the pumpkin cream layer: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until combined and silky.
  4. Fold together: Add one-third of the whipped cream to the pumpkin mixture and stir gently to lighten. Then fold in the remaining whipped cream until uniform and no white streaks remain.
  5. Layer the parfaits: In serving glasses, layer starting with crunchy topping, then pumpkin cream, then more topping, then more pumpkin cream. Finish with a sprinkle of crumbs on top.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best) to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.

Notes

Room temperature cream cheese is essential to avoid lumps. Chill the bowl and beaters for whipped cream for best results. Don’t skip the salt—it balances sweetness. For best texture, chill at least 2 hours or overnight. The parfait can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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