Pumpkin Spice Layered Trifle (Printable)

Pumpkin, spices, and creamy layers combine in a festive autumn treat perfect for gatherings.

# What you'll need:

→ Pumpkin Filling

01 - 2 cups canned pumpkin puree
02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar

→ Whipped Cream Layer

08 - 2 cups heavy whipping cream
09 - 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cake Layer

11 - 1 package (12 ounces) prepared pound cake

→ Garnish (Optional)

12 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans
13 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Method:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and granulated sugar until smooth and evenly blended.
02 - In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
03 - Cut the pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
04 - Arrange half of the pound cake cubes as the base in a trifle dish. Spoon over half of the pumpkin mixture, followed by half of the whipped cream. Repeat layering with remaining cake, pumpkin filling, and whipped cream.
05 - Sprinkle chopped pecans and a light dusting of cinnamon on top for garnish if desired.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and layers to set.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Features all classic fall flavors in one dessert
  • Perfect for make ahead and feeds a crowd
  • Flexible for different dietary needs
  • Looks stunning in a glass bowl
02 -
  • Great way to use up leftover cake
  • Easily customizable flavors
  • Impressive but simple to assemble
03 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese blends faster and smoother
  • Cut cake evenly for pretty layers and better texture
  • Use a large cold bowl for whipping cream—walk away from the mixer for a minute or two to make sure you do not over whip
  • Every bite should have cake creamy filling and cream so use a large serving spoon to cut down into those beautiful stripes
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