Description
Delight in these Mini Pumpkin Spice Trifles, layered with creamy pumpkin spice and luscious cream cheese, perfect for any fall celebration!
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Spice Layer:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Assembly:
- 1 1/2 cups crumbled gingerbread or spice cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup crushed gingersnap cookies (optional, for added texture)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Cinnamon or nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Spice Layer:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Mini Trifles:
- Begin by adding a layer of crumbled gingerbread or spice cake at the bottom of each mini trifle glass or small jar.
- Spoon a layer of the pumpkin spice mixture over the cake.
- Add a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the pumpkin.
- Repeat the layers (cake, pumpkin spice, cream cheese) until the glasses are full, finishing with the cream cheese layer on top.
- Add the Finishing Touches:
- If desired, sprinkle a layer of crushed gingersnap cookies on top for added crunch.
- Top each mini trifle with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Lightly dust with cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive touch.
- Chill and Serve:
- Chill the trifles in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve the Mini Pumpkin Spice Trifles chilled, and enjoy the compliments!
Notes
- For a festive twist, consider adding a layer of caramel sauce between the layers!
- These trifles can be made a day in advance for easy entertaining.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes