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Pumpkin Trifle

Joan Powers - New Castle County Found in "Home Cooking by the Delaware Farm Bureau"
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!
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Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 14 servings

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 ΒΌ 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.