Ingredients
For the base:
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or gluten-free oats + nuts blend)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil or butter, melted
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
For the radiant filling:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (or cashew cream for vegan)
• ½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• ⅓ cup powdered sugar or erythritol
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
• Zest of 1 orange (optional, for brightness)
• ½ cup whipped coconut cream or heavy cream (chilled)
For the glowing finish:
• Extra whipped cream
• Edible gold dust or luster spray (optional, for radiance!)
• Cinnamon sprinkle or crushed pecans
• Fresh pomegranate seeds or orange segments (for color & sparkle)
Instructions
- Make the base: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted oil, and honey. Press firmly into the bottom of a 7-inch springform pan or serving dish. Chill 10 minutes.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add pumpkin, powdered sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and orange zest. Blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until light and airy.
- Spread over the crust. Smooth the top and chill at least 2 hours (or overnight).
- Before serving, add a cloud of whipped cream, a shimmer of edible gold, and a pop of red pomegranate seeds for a radiant effect.
✨ This dessert looks as magical as it tastes—perfect for Thanksgiving, fall birthdays, or anytime you want to glow from the inside out!
💡 Tip: Serve chilled on a mirrored tray to reflect its brilliance!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 0 mins , Total Time : 2 hrs 15 mins (includes chilling) , Servings : 8 , Calories : 160 , Net Carbs: 14g , Fats: 10g , Protein: 4g