cool whip, thawed (extra creamy or regular, it doesn't matter which.) • deep dish crust- I recommend a pastry crust (pre-baked), but can also use a graham cracker crust. • cold milk (whole or 2% is recommended, just NOT skim) • instant pudding or pudding pie mix. It calls for vanilla, but I think french vanilla or white chocolate or a combo of each tastes better. • pumpkin puree • pumpkin pie spice