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Pumpkin Icebox Cake

A slice of pumpkin icebox cake with layers of cream and graham crackers on a white plate.
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A no-bake layered dessert with pumpkin cream and gingersnap cookies that softens overnight for an easy make-ahead treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 ½ cups cold milk
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 24 gingersnap cookies
  • Optional: whipped cream and crushed gingersnaps for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly thickened.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
  4. Fold the pumpkin mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the pumpkin cream mixture on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  6. Arrange a layer of gingersnap cookies over the cream mixture, breaking them as needed to fit.
  7. Spread about one-third of the remaining pumpkin cream mixture over the cookies.
  8. Repeat the layers of cookies and cream mixture two more times, ending with a layer of cream mixture.
  9. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cookies to soften.
  10. Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and crushed gingersnaps, if desired.

Notes

  • For a stronger pumpkin flavor, you can use 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice.
  • If you don’t have gingersnaps, graham crackers can be used as a substitute.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • Chilling time is crucial for the cookies to soften and create a cake-like texture.
  • This dessert is a great make-ahead option for holidays and gatherings.

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