Description
This pumpkin trifle is a layered dessert featuring spiced pumpkin pudding, soft vanilla cake, and a creamy whipped topping. It delivers cozy fall flavors in an easy, elegant presentation perfect for gatherings or family treats.
Ingredients
- For the cake layer:
- 1 box (15 oz) vanilla cake mix
- Ingredients as listed on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
- For the pumpkin pudding layer:
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the creamy layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- Optional topping:
- Additional whipped topping or light dusting of cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the vanilla cake according to the package instructions. Bake, cool completely, and cut into bite-sized cubes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add pumpkin puree, spices, and salt. Whisk until smooth and combined. Chill for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mix until creamy. Gently fold in whipped topping until fluffy.
- To assemble, layer cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle dish. Add a layer of pumpkin pudding, then a layer of the cream mixture. Repeat layers, ending with cream on top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Substitute spice cake for added warmth and flavor.
- Use freshly whipped cream in place of whipped topping if preferred.
- Chill overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts between layers for crunch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
