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Pumpkin Trifles
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Pumpkin Trifles

Pumpkin Trifles come together super quick and feature a smooth pumpkin cheesecake layer, fluffy whipped cream, and a buttery cookie layer.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 miniature trifles
Calories: 663kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • cups pumpkin puree
  • teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups sweetened whipped cream or whipped topping (directions below for making homemade whipped cream)
  • cups crumbled gingersnap cookies

Instructions

  • With an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and brown sugar together until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Beat again until smooth. Fold in 2 cups of whipped cream.
  • To assemble the trifles, divide half of the crumbled cookies into the bottom of four mini trifle dishes or other small dishes. Divide half of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture between the dishes and top with half of the remaining whipped cream. Repeat the layers.
  • Repeat the layers ending with a pretty swirl of whipped cream topped with a whole cookie or additional cookie crumbs.

Notes

To make your own whipped cream: Beat 2 cups of heavy cream in a large mixing bowl with the whisk attachment of an electric mixer until soft peaks begin to form. Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Use immediately.
The trifles are best when served within an hour of making them, while the cookies still have their crunch. You can make them the day ahead but be warned that the cookie chips will absorb some of the liquid, giving them a softer texture. The trifles are delicious both ways.

Nutrition

Calories: 663kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 13091IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 4mg