Ingredients
Whipped Cream
- 16 oz heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pudding Mixture
- 1 (5.1 oz) box instant vanilla pudding (dry mix only)
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
Other Ingredients
- 1 (10-inch) pumpkin pie, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 (9-inch) graham cracker pie crusts, crumbled
Instructions
- Whip the cream: Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or a hand mixer in a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Scoop out about 1 cup of the whipped cream, cover it, and refrigerate for the topping later.
- Make the pudding: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry vanilla pudding mix, whole milk, and sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Let it sit for 3 minutes to allow it to slightly thicken.
- Fold the whipped cream: Gently fold the remaining whipped cream into the pudding mixture just until smooth, being careful not to deflate the airy texture.
- Assemble the layers: In a large trifle bowl (at least 4 quarts) or individual parfait glasses, spread one-third of the crumbled graham cracker crust on the bottom. Top with one-third of the pumpkin pie pieces, then layer one-third of the pudding mixture, spreading it evenly. Repeat this layering process two more times, reserving about 1/4 cup of the graham cracker crumbs for garnish.
- Top the dessert: Spread the reserved whipped cream over the top layer of pudding, and sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs evenly over the whipped cream for garnish.
- Chill before serving: Cover the assembled pudding and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the dessert set. This pudding can also be made up to a day ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
- The pudding mixture thickens as it rests, so avoid overmixing after folding in the whipped cream to keep it light and airy.
- For easier slicing of the pumpkin pie, allow it to chill thoroughly before cutting into bite-size pieces.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead, making it ideal for entertaining or holiday meals.
- To vary the flavor, try using ginger snap crumbs instead of graham crackers for a spicier twist.
- Use full-fat whole milk for the pudding to ensure richness and proper texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American