If you need a simple, no bake dessert this fall, this pumpkin cream pie recipe is a must try. A creamy filling full of pumpkin pie flavor in a premade graham cracker crust. This dessert is perfect for the holidays, potlucks, or just an easy pumpkin dessert. This recipe can be prepared as individual pies or one large pie.

Once the leaves start to change colors I know it’s time to break out my pumpkin recipes. This pumpkin cream pie recipe has become a recent favorite because it’s so easy to make. Creamy, full of pumpkin spice, and the best part, no bake.

This summer my mini lemonade pies were such a hit with my family, I decided to make this mini pumpkin cream pie version. The same creamy pie with a pumpkin pie twist.

I like making this recipe into individual pies for fall get togethers and holidays. Everyone gets their own little pie so there is no fighting for a slice. Try topping with a little whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for an easy fall dessert.

Want more pumpkin recipes, be sure to try this pumpkin dump cake and pumpkin dip recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No oven, no bake. This is the perfect dessert, especially if your oven is full of holiday food.
• Super simple with just a few ingredients. Only 7 ingredient that you might already have at home.
• Full of pumpkin pie flavor. Pumpkin pie seasoning and pumpkin puree give this dessert great flavor.
• Delicious individual dessert. A fun personal dessert so your guests don’t have to share.

Ingredients

You only need a few ingredients to make this easy mini pumpkin cream pie recipe.

• Graham cracker crust: I like using mini graham cracker crusts for this recipe. You can substitute with a standard graham cracker crust.
• Cream cheese: Softened cream cheese is the base of the filling. It’s important to make sure that the cream cheese is softened to room temperature.
• Powdered sugar: Powdered sugar is used to sweeten the pumpkin pie filling.
• Pumpkin puree: Make sure to use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
• Pumpkin pie spice: This adds the delicious pumpkin pie flavor. Use prepackaged pumpkin pie spice or this homemade pumpkin pie spice.
• Vanilla extract: Adds a little extra sweetness or warmth.
• Whipped topping: This adds delicious creaminess to the pie.

How To Make Pumpkin Cream Pie

Step one: Whip the cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy.

Step two: Mix in powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until combined.

Step three: Mix in the pumpkin puree until fully combined.

Step four: Fill each mini graham cracker crust with the pumpkin cream pie filling. Smooth the top with a knife or offset spatula.

Step five: Cover the pies with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

You can serve this pie as it is or add a topping. Here are a few suggestions:

• Whipped cream or extra Cool Whip makes the perfect pie topping.
• A sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon adds extra flavor. .
• Toffee bits add extra sweetness and crunch.
• Chopped pecans are a wonderful addition to the top of the pie.

Heather’s Recipe Tips

• Be sure to soften the cream cheese before preparing the pie filling. This will help the filling be smooth with no lumps.
• Make sure that the whipped topping is fully thawed in the refrigerator.
• Use a knife or offset spatula to smooth out the tops of the pies.
• Use a standard graham cracker pie crust or mini crusts to make this recipe.

Variations

Chocolate chip: Add a quarter cup of mini chocolate chips to the pumpkin filling.

Crust: You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a crust made of gingersnaps or Biscoff cookies.

Pecans: Mix in chopped pecans for a little crunchy texture.

Toffee: Mix in toffee bits or top the pies with toffee bits.

Storage Instructions

Store: Keep any leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Wrap each pie in plastic wrap and then foil and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.

Frequently Asked Questions

More Easy Pumpkin Recipes

• Pumpkin baked oatmeal
• Pumpkin gooey butter cake
• Pumpkin cheesecake bars