Step 1

Prepare your pie crust as indicated and then allow it to cool.

Step 2

Outfit your mixer with a whisk attachment. In your mixing bowl beat your cream cheese until it is smooth in texture. Then add the whipped topping (1 cup) and beat until they become thick and blended. This could take a few minutes to happen. Once the mixture becomes thickened you can add your instant pudding (and any optional additional sweetener) and mix until blended. If the consistency seems a bit thick you can add milk, cream or even yogurt and blend until you reach a good consistency.

Step 3

Transfer the filling to the prepared crust. Refrigerate or freeze covered until firm. Refrigerating should take a few hours to firm up. Top with additional whipped topping as desired before freezing, refrigerating or serving,