PUMPKIN CHIFFON DESSERT

Pumpkin Chiffon Dessert image

A nice alternative to traditional pie, this layered pumpkin dessert is a big hit during the holidays. I get many requests to bring it to gatherings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
TOPPING:
2 cups cold milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1/4 cup chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs. Spoon over crust. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and center is set. Cool completely on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes. Beat in pumpkin and cinnamon. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread over filling. Carefully spread with remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle with pecans if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.