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Pumpkin Lush Cake
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325℉.
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In a bowl, mix together butter, flour and 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
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Press mixture into the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish.
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Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
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Let crust cool completely.
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Meanwhile, mix together pudding with milk until thick.
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Stir in pumpkin puree; spread over cooled crust.
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Beat powdered sugar and cream cheese together until fluffy.
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Fold in whipped topping.
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Spread evenly over pumpkin mixture.
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Top with remaining whipped topping.
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Garnish with remaining chopped walnuts and sprinkle Pumpkin Pie Spice over the top.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Chill the Crust Base 🧊After pressing the butter-flour mixture into your pan, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before baking to prevent shrinkage and ensure a crispy, structurally sound crust that won't crack under the creamy layers.
- Room Temperature Cream Cheese 🧈Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to ensure smooth, lump-free blending with other ingredients, creating a silky filling without overmixing.
- Strain Your Pumpkin Puree 🎃Pass pumpkin puree through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove excess moisture, which prevents a soggy cake and ensures the pudding layer sets properly with ideal texture.
- Toast the Walnuts First 🌰Lightly toast walnuts in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes before adding to boost their natural oils and deepen their flavor, making them a more prominent and delicious textural element.
- Make-Ahead Magic ⏰Assemble the cake up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate covered—this allows flavors to meld beautifully and the layers to set firmly, making it easier to slice and serve with clean, impressive portions.
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