Creamy, sweet, and such a treat! This easy-to-make Pumpkin Pie Blizzard recipe is perfect for when you’re craving a cold ice cream dessert with fall flavors. It only takes about 5 minutes to put this frozen pie dessert together!
Easy Pumpkin Pie Blizzard (Dairy Queen Copycat)
Whether you’ve been craving a Pumpkin Pie Blizzard from DQ (a fan favorite) or just want a fun frozen fall treat, these ice cream blizzards are SO good. And bonus points – they’re also super easy to make! Just throw everything in a blender, add your favorite toppings and mix-ins, and enjoy. This Pumpkin Pie Blizzard is such a great fall dessert!
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Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Blizzards
- Vanilla Ice Cream
- Cream Cheese
- Pumpkin Puree
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – Or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice.
- Crumbled Graham Crackers – Bigger pieces of crumbled graham crackers taste best (vs. graham cracker crumbs) to help keep their crunchy texture in the blizzards!
- Milk – Optional, to soften the blizzard. Add as a last ingredient and adjust to taste, if desired!
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped Cream
- Pumpkin Pie Spice
How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Blizzard
There are two ways to make this recipe: all blended together, or in layers. Here’s how to approach each method:
1. Blended Method
Place the vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, then mix in crumbled graham crackers. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
2. Layered Method
Blend the ice cream and cream cheese together, then pour half of it into a glasses or cups. Add the pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice to the remaining ice cream in the blender, pour into the cups, and mix for a marbled effect. Mix in the crumbled graham crackers, add toppings, and enjoy!
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Tips
- Have leftovers? Store in the freezer in mason jars for single-serving fall blizzards whenever you’re craving them!
- You can also store any extra blizzard mixture in an ice cube tray and blend later.
- Feel free to use coconut milk ice cream and vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Have leftover pumpkin pie from Thanksgiving? Mix in real pumpkin pie pieces to really make these extra-delicious!
Topping Ideas
Add these topping or mix-in ideas to take this recipe up a notch!
- Extra Graham Cracker Crumbs
- Crumbled Heath Bars or Butterfingers
- Mini White Chocolate Chips
- Caramel Drizzle
- Mascarpone Whipped Cream
- Crumbled Pie Crust Pieces – Perfect for using up leftover pie crust from holiday gatherings!
More Fall Desserts You’ll Love
- Thanksgiving Fruit Salad
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
- Sweet Potato Pie w/ Graham Cracker Crust
- Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Butterscotch Pecan Pie
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Pumpkin Pie Blizzard
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup crumbled graham crackers
Toppings (Optional)
- whipped cream
- pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Blend the ice cream and cream cheese together until smooth in a blender or food processor.
- Add in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice, blend.
- Mix in the crumbled graham crackers and pour into glasses.
- Top each blizzard with whipped cream and extra pumpkin pie spice!
Notes
- Have leftovers? Store in the freezer in mason jars for single-serving fall blizzards whenever you’re craving them!
- You can also store any extra blizzard mixture in an ice cube tray and blend later.
- Feel free to use coconut milk ice cream and vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Have leftover pumpkin pie from Thanksgiving? Mix in real pumpkin pie pieces to really make these extra-delicious!
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