Pumpkin Trifle
Pumpkin trifle is a cozy, layered dessert that brings together rich pumpkin, fluffy whipped cream, and spice cake for the ultimate fall indulgence. Each spoonful is like a festive hug, perfectly spiced!
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups crumbled unfrosted spice cake
- 16 oz can pumpkin about 2 cups
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 2 1/2 cups cold milk
- 4 packages 3/4 oz instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 2 cups whipping cream
- Maraschino cherries optional
Instructions
- Set aside ¼ cup of the cake crumbs for the top. Divide remaining crumbs into 4 portions; sprinkle 1 portion into the bottom of a trifle bowl (round, clear glass with vertical sides) or a 3-quart serving bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, spices, milk and pudding mix; blend until smooth. Spoon half into the trifle bowl and sprinkle with a second portion of crumbs.
- Whip until stiff; spoon half into bowl. Sprinkle with a third portion of crumbs. Top with remaining pumpkin mixture, last portion of crumbs and remaining whipped cream.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumbs around the edge of the top and garnish with cherries in the center if desired. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
