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Creamy No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Dessert Cups

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A quick, no-bake pumpkin dessert that combines cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and whipped cream for a rich, mousse-like texture. Ready in just 5 minutes of active prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy holidays or last-minute gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces softened full-fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes). Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  2. Add the pumpkin puree to the cream cheese mixture and beat on low speed until just combined and uniform in color (about 1 minute).
  3. In a separate cold bowl, whip the heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Gently fold 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. Spoon or pipe the mixture into serving cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
  6. Refrigerate the cups for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-4 hours, to allow the texture to set and flavors to meld.
  7. Top with whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, or caramel sauce just before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature for smooth mixing, but keep heavy cream very cold for best whipping results. Do not use pumpkin pie filling; use 100% pure pumpkin puree. Chilling time is essential for the cups to hold their shape. For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with cashew cream cheese and heavy cream with chilled coconut cream.

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