Pumpkin Delight | Creamy Layered Pumpkin Dessert Recipe

1.  Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper if desired. 
2.  Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. 
3.  Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish. 
4.  Refrigerate the crust for 15–20 minutes. 
5.  Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. 
6.  Add the vanilla extract and mix well. 
7.  Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. 
8.  Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. 
9.  In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, instant pudding mix, cold milk, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. 
10.  Continue whisking until the mixture thickens. 
11.  Spread the pumpkin layer evenly over the cream cheese layer. 
12.  Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pumpkin layer. 
13.  Sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice and chopped pecans if desired. 
14.  Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. 
15.  Slice into squares and serve chilled.