If you love all things pumpkin spice but want a dessert that’s cool, creamy, and totally effortless, this Pumpkin Icebox Cake is for you. It’s the perfect no-bake treat that captures all the cozy fall flavors we crave — warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and velvety pumpkin — layered with fluffy whipped cream and graham crackers that soften into a luscious, cake-like texture. Every bite tastes like pumpkin pie and cheesecake had a love child, only easier to make and even more irresistible!
What I adore about this recipe is how it combines the magic of fall with the simplicity of a no-bake dessert. It’s make-ahead friendly (hello, holiday lifesaver!) and looks stunning when sliced — those creamy layers always impress a crowd. Whether you’re serving it after Thanksgiving dinner or just want a cozy dessert to enjoy with your pumpkin spice latte, this Pumpkin Icebox Cake is the kind of treat that feels like a warm hug in cool, creamy form.
Ingredients
- 16 Graham Crackers (2 sleeves)
- 8oz Cream Cheese
- 15oz Pumpkin Puree
- 8oz whipped Topping (divided in half)
- Vanilla Extract— 1 tablespoon
- Powdered Sugar— 1/4 cup
- Brown Sugar— 1/4 cup (packed)
- Salt— 1/2 teaspoon
What You’ll Need
- 8×8 Baking Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer
How to Make Pumpkin Icebox Cake
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add in powdered and brown sugars then mix until well combined.
- Use a spatula to fold in pumpkin puree, half of the whipped topping, vanilla extract and salt.
- Start with a bottom layer of graham crackers in an 8×8 baking pan then top with an even layer of the pumpkin cream cheese mixture. Top with more graham crackers and continue to layer until the pumpkin mixture is done (you should have about 3 layers).
- Top the pumpkin icebox cake with an even layer of the remaining whipped topping then cover with plastic wrap before chilling for four hours or overnight.
- Before serving top with crushed graham crackers then slice and enjoy!
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