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No-Bake Fall Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfaits: 5-Ingredient Easy Dessert

  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These no-bake fall pumpkin cheesecake parfaits are a light, creamy, and spiced dessert that requires zero oven time. With just five main ingredients, they are perfect for making ahead and serving as an elegant yet easy autumn treat.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (245g) 100% pure pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 sleeve (about 20 crackers) graham crackers, crushed
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, cold (optional, for fluffiness)
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream, cinnamon, caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Crush the graham crackers into a mix of fine crumbs and small chunks using a food processor or a zip-top bag with a rolling pin. Reserve 2 tablespoons of chunks for topping.
  2. If using heavy cream, whip it in a separate bowl until soft peaks form, then set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth (about 2 minutes). Scrape down the sides.
  4. Add the sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat on medium speed until fully combined and smooth.
  5. If using whipped cream, gently fold it into the pumpkin mixture until just combined.
  6. Assemble the parfaits in glasses: start with a layer of graham cracker crumbs, followed by a layer of pumpkin filling. Repeat layers until the glass is full, ending with a dollop of filling.
  7. Cover the glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to set.
  8. Before serving, garnish with reserved graham cracker chunks, a pinch of cinnamon, or whipped cream.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps. Use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. The parfaits can be made up to 2 days in advance and taste better after the flavors meld. Do not freeze as the texture may separate.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 parfait (approx. 1
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 22
  • Sodium: 280
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 6

Keywords: no-bake, pumpkin cheesecake, fall dessert, easy dessert, gluten-free option, make-ahead dessert, pumpkin pie, autumn recipes

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