Description
Delight in the simplicity of no bake Thanksgiving desserts that offer rich flavors and easy preparation, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed nuts for garnish
- Caramel drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Crust Creation: Pulverize the gingersnap cookies in a food processor until finely ground. Combine with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the Filling: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Fold in pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and spices until well blended.
- Layer and Chill: Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Finishing Touches: Adorn the dessert with whipped cream, crushed nuts, or caramel before serving.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest filling. Chilling time is crucial for the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: no bake, Thanksgiving dessert, pumpkin dessert, easy dessert, cream cheese dessert
