No Bake Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Pumpkin Pie is a classic dessert that we make every Christmas and Thanksgiving. This No Bake Pumpkin Pie still hits our pumpkin craving but requires very little prep work and results are amazing.

Anyone can prepare this simple dessert and you will still impress your family with their favorite pumpkin pie. Save oven space this holiday seasoning and make this easy pumpkin pie recipe. You might even like these other easy no bake recipes. Check out Crockpot Pumpkin Pie for an easy slow cooker dessert.

Why We Love this Recipe

• Easy Ingredients – These ingredients are so simple to grab at the store. If you bake pumpkin desserts often, you probably already have the majority of the desserts.
• Simple to Make – We love that this dessert is so simple to make. If you are have a last minute gathering, make this easy no bake pumpkin pie.
• No Bake Dessert – This no bake dessert is a crowd favorite and has all the flavors of pumpkin that we love.
• Free’s the Oven – During the holidays and preparing for dinner, it is nice to have the oven free for other food. You can easily prepare this pie ahead of time and enjoy for your dinner.
• Favorite Fall Dessert – This is the perfect pumpkin pie dessert. It doesn’t take a lot of work but still stays amazing.

Ingredients

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Substitutions and Additions

• Change the Crust – We use a premade graham cracker crust for an easy crust. But you can easily use different types of cookies to make the crust. Try Vanilla Wafers, Oreos, Chocolate Pie Crust.
• Make Graham Cracker Crust – Make your Homemade graham cracker crust with graham cracker crumbs and butter.
• Homemade Whipped Cream – Instead of using store bought whipped cream, make Homemade Whipped Cream. It is easy to make and taste delicious.
• Instant Pudding – We used vanilla pudding in this recipe, but you can easily use other flavors. Cheesecake or pumpkin flavor pudding would be amazing.

How to Make a No Bake Pumpkin Pie

Step 1 – Mix the Pumpkin Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, stir together the simple ingredients. Mix together the pumpkin puree, vanilla pudding mix, milk, ground cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Combine with a hand mixer or a stand mixer.

Step 2 – Mix in Cool Whip – Then fold in the cool whip into the large bowl and whisk into the pumpkin layer.  Then spread this mixture into the graham cracker crust. 

• Step 3 – Refrigerate the Pie – Refrigerate for 4 hours (or overnight) until the pie is set.  
• Step 4 – Serve and Enjoy – Slice and serve topped this no bake pie with the whipped cream and enjoy!  

Recipe Tips

• Pumpkin Puree – Make sure to use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling for this recipe. Pumpkin Pie Filling as other ingredients that are needed for this recipe.
• Let Pie Chill – Make sure that the pie is fully set when chilling before slicing. 
• Make in Advance – This pie can easily be made 2-3 days before serving. 
• Whipped Topping – Make sure the whipped topping has softened at room temperature. This will make it easier to combine with the pumpkin mixture and result in a lump free and smooth consistency.

How to Serve No Bake Pumpkin Pie

This No bake Pumpkin Pie is traditionally served as a dessert. But you can enjoy it as a breakfast or brunch with your pumpkin latte.

Top the easiest pumpkin pie recipe with whipped topping. We also like it with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie seasoning to make extra delicious.

It would even be amazing with a side of vanilla ice cream if you prefer.