Paula's Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle
Indulge in the cozy, festive flavors of Paula's Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or any autumn celebration. This layered masterpiece combines spiced gingerbread cake, creamy pumpkin filling, silky cream cheese pudding, and velvety whipped topping, all garnished with a crunchy sprinkle of crushed ginger snaps. With its warm cinnamon and nutmeg aromas, vibrant pumpkin hues, and irresistibly creamy textures, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is decadent. Easy to assemble and designed to serve a crowd, this trifle is a seasonal favorite that will leave your guests asking for seconds. From its quick preparation to its gorgeous presentation, Paula's Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle is destined to become a highlight of your fall dessert repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 14 ounces Gingerbread cake mix
- 15 ounces Pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 5.1 ounces Vanilla instant pudding mix
- 3 cups Milk
- 16 ounces Cool Whip (frozen whipped topping)
- 0.5 cup Crushed ginger snaps
Directions
Step 1
Bake the gingerbread cake according to the package instructions, then set it aside to cool completely.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.
Step 3
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the pudding mix and milk; beat until smooth and thickened. Fold in half of the Cool Whip.
Step 4
Once the gingerbread has cooled, crumble it into coarse pieces.
Step 5
In a trifle bowl or large glass serving dish, begin layering: Start with a layer of crumbled gingerbread, followed by a layer of the pumpkin mixture, then a layer of the cream cheese pudding mixture.
Step 6
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a cream cheese pudding layer on top.
Step 7
Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the top of the trifle and sprinkle with crushed ginger snaps for garnish.
Step 8
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2847.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5624.4 |
| Total Fat 157.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 93.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g | |
| Cholesterol 303.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3805.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 987.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 633.3g | |
| Protein 66.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 322.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1832.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3219.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories