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    Pumpkin Icebox Cake

    Published: Nov 7, 2023 by Kim Strawn This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Enjoy this Thanksgiving season with this Pumpkin Icebox Cake. Made with a fluffy layer of whipping cream and cream cheese, the flavor of pumpkin is throughout. A little spice is added with gingersnaps and the flavors just pop. Enjoy this simple to put together dessert.

    pumpkin icebox cake on a white plate.

    A blend of fall flavors makes this Pumpkin Icebox Cake stand out above the rest. This make ahead dessert recipe can be made the day before so you can focus on other Holiday favorites like Homemade Cranberry Sauce or Creamy Mashed Potatoes.

    The cream cheese, whipping cream and pumpkin make the layers fluffy. The gingersnaps combined with pumpkin spice flavor makes this Thanksgiving dessert recipe a keeper for sure!

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    • Ingredients
    • Using a mixer
    • Layer the Pumpkin Icebox Cake
    • Leftovers
    • Other pumpkin desserts
    • 📖 Recipe
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    Ingredients

    • pumpkin puree - from a can or homemade
    • cinnamon
    • nutmeg
    • allspice
    • ginger
    • heavy whipping cream - not Cool Whip, use real whipping cream
    • gingersnaps - any brand
    • cream cheese - I highly recommend Philadelphia not store brand
    • powdered sugar

    Using a mixer

    This recipe needs a mixer to make. Not only the cream cheese will mix up easier with a mixer, but the heavy whipping cream needs to whipped up as well.

    A hand mixer can be used or a stand mixer. I prefer a stand mixer because I am free to do other things but if you have a hand mixer, it works just as well.

    pumpkin in a bowl with cinnamon.

    Layer the Pumpkin Icebox Cake

    3 gingersnaps on whipping topping.
    gingersnaps on a pumpkin icebox cake.

    It is important after all the ingredients have been mixed to layer the gingersnaps and pumpkin mixture alternately. The gingersnaps will soften and become cake-like after this icebox cake sits 8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

    Pumpkin icebox cake in pan.

    Leftovers

    Place any leftovers in the refrigerator. The pan should be tightly wrapped with foil and should last up to 48 hours. After that, it may be overly mushy and runny.

    Other pumpkin desserts

    • Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream Roll
    • Easy Pumpkin Pie
    • Easy Pumpkin Bars

    This easy and deliciously layered make ahead dessert recipe will be the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas table. Enjoy the flavors of this dessert with your family and friends.

    pumpkin icebox cake with cinnamon sticks besides.

    📖 Recipe

    icebox cake on a white plate with a fork.

    Pumpkin Icebox Cake

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    Pumpkin Icebox Cake with a gingersnap layer is loaded with pumpkin flavor and is easy to make.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword icebox cake, pumpkin dessert, pumpkin spice
    Prep Time 20 minutes minutes
    Chilling Time 8 hours hours
    Total Time 8 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 15 servings
    Calories 272kcal
    Author Kim Strawn
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    Equipment

    • 1 stand mixer or hand mixer
    • 1 9x13 baking dish

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 8 oz cream cheese softened
    • 15 oz pumpkin
    • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
    • ¼ teaspoon allspice
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 36 gingersnap cookies

    Instructions

    • Use a stand mixer or hand held mixer to whip the whipping cream on medium until it starts to thicken up.
    • Slowly mix in ½ cup powdered sugar and mix until soft peaks form.
    • If you are using a stand mixer, remove whipping cream from bowl and place in another bowl to use the mixer for the cream cheese. If using a hand mixer, set the whipping cream aside and use another bowl.
    • Mix together the softened cream cheese until the cream cheese is smooth and creamy.
    • Add in ½ cup of powdered sugar, slowly, until creamy.
    • Add in pumpkin, all the spices and vanilla on medium/low speed until mixture is combined well.
    • Fold in the whipped cream until mixed well. Be sure to fold, not mix so the whipped cream doesn't lose its air.
    • Using a 9x13 cake pan or baking dish, spread a thin layer of pumpkin mixture on the bottom of the pan. (No need to use cooking spray.)
    • Add gingersnaps on top of the pumpkin layer.
    • Using ½ of remaining pumpkin layer, spread carefully over gingersnaps.
    • Use the rest of the gingersnaps on top of the pumpkin layer. Top with the remaining pumpkin mixture.
    • Sprinkle with crushed gingersnaps or drizzle with chocolate, if desired.
    • Cover dessert and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
    • Serve

    Nutrition

    Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 3085IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
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