Best 11 Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle Recipes

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Autumn is the most wonderful time to indulge in delicious and comforting desserts. And what could be more perfect than a pumpkin gingerbread trifle? This delightful dessert combines classic holiday flavors with a creamy custard filling and whipped topping. It's sure to be a hit at your next Thanksgiving gathering or Christmas party. Whether you're looking for a traditional spin or a more unique take on the classic trifle, we've gathered a collection of recipes that will satisfy your sweet tooth. From traditional pumpkin gingerbread cake and custard layers to more creative options like pumpkin cheesecake and gingersnap crumbles, there's a recipe here for everyone.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

PAULA'S PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Paula's Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

A classic English dessert with the flavors of fall. Perfect ending to a Christmas or Thanksgiving feast!

Provided by legraham937

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 9h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14.5 ounce) packages gingerbread cake mix
2 cups water
2 eggs
3 cups milk
1 (4.6 ounce) package cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1 (30 ounce) can pumpkin pie filling
½ cup packed brown sugar
⅓ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
½ cup crushed gingersnaps

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine gingerbread cake mix, water, and eggs in a large bowl. Stir until well blended. Divide batter between 2 ungreased 9-inch cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Place cake pans on wire racks to cool for 10 minutes. Invert and let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Combine milk and vanilla pudding mix in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; let cool until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in pumpkin pie filling, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Crumble 1 gingerbread cake into the bottom of a large punch bowl. Pour 1/2 of the pudding mixture over the gingerbread. Add a layer of whipped topping. Repeat with remaining gingerbread cake, pudding mixture, and whipped topping. Sprinkle gingersnaps on top.
  • Refrigerate until pudding is set and flavors combine, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 602.8 calories, Carbohydrate 101.8 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 744.2 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

PAULA'S PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Paula's Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

This recipe is from Paula Deen's Home Cooking show and is a delicious and easy change of pace for holiday dessert! This serves a large crowd, so is good for potlucks, too.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14 ounce) packages gingerbread mix
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix
1 (30 ounce) can pumpkin pie filling
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/3 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 pinches ground cardamom
1/4 cup sherry wine or 1/4 cup Southern Comfort (very tasty!) (optional)
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping
1/2 cup crushed gingersnap cookie
2 -3 tablespoons chopped pecans, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven then mix and bake the gingerbread according to the package directions; turn out onto a rack and let cool completely.
  • While gingerbread is baking, cook the vanilla pudding according to the package directions; set aside and let cool.
  • When pudding has cooled, stir in the pie filling, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.
  • Crumble the cooled gingerbread into pieces (about 1/4 inch, but not too finely).
  • (If you have a trifle bowl, wonderful- otherwise you can use another large decorative bowl or a punchbowl to assemble the trifle in).
  • Put half of the crumbled gingerbread in the bottom of the bowl, sprinkle with half of the sherry or Southern Comfort (if using), then pour half of the pudding mixture over it, and then half of the whipped topping.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining prepared ingredients as above, then sprinkle the crushed gingersnaps over the top (2 or 3 tablespoons chopped pecans would make a good addition to the topping, as well).
  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Notes: you can use spice cake instead of gingerbread for a gentler flavor.

PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Categories     Milk/Cream     Mixer     Ginger     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Pumpkin     Fall     Family Reunion     Chill     Cinnamon     Potluck     Molasses     Nutmeg     Simmer     Butter     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

For gingerbread:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup mild molasses (not robust or blackstrap)
3/4 cup well-shaken buttermilk (not powdered)
1/2 cup hot water
For pumpkin mousse:
1 (1/4-ounces) envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 (15-ounces) can pure pumpkin
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup chilled heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For whipped cream:
1 1/2 cups chilled heavy cream
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Equipment: a 2-quart trifle bowl or other deep serving bowl
Garnish: chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Make gingerbread:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Butter a 13- by 9-inch baking pan. Line pan with foil, leaving an overhang at both ends, then butter foil.
  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  • Beat butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer at medium speed until pale and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Beat in egg until blended, then beat in molasses and buttermilk. At low speed, mix in flour mixture until smooth, then add hot water and beat 1 minute (batter may look curdled).
  • Spread batter evenly in pan and bake until a wooden pick inserted into center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in pan. Using foil as an aid, transfer gingerbread to a cutting board and cut into 1-inch cubes with a serrated knife.
  • Make pumpkin mousse:
  • Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small saucepan and let soften 1 minute. Bring to a simmer, stirring until gelatin has dissolved. Whisk together gelatin mixture, pumpkin, brown sugar, spices, and salt in a large bowl until combined well.
  • Beat cream with vanilla using cleaned beaters until it holds soft peaks, then fold into pumpkin mixture gently but thoroughly.
  • Make whipped cream:
  • Beat cream with sugar and vanilla using mixer until it holds soft peaks.
  • Assemble trifle:
  • Put half of gingerbread cubes in trifle bowl. Top with half of pumpkin mousse, then half of whipped cream. Repeat layering once more with all of remaining gingerbread, mousse, and cream. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

Soft layers of pumpkin, spicy gingerbread and creamy whipped topping make this decadent trifle a feast for your eyes and your stomach. -Amy Geiser, Fairlawn, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings (about 1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (14-1/2 ounces each) gingerbread cake/cookie mix
1 package (4.6 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake gingerbread mixes according to package directions for cake. Cool completely on wire racks., Meanwhile, prepare pudding mix according to package directions. Stir in brown sugar and pumpkin; cool completely., Crumble half of the gingerbread into a 4-qt. glass bowl; press down gently. Layer gingerbread with half of the pudding mixture and half of the whipped topping; repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOLIDAY PUMPKIN-GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Holiday Pumpkin-Gingerbread Trifle image

Treat your holiday party guests to layers of gingerbread, butterscotch-pumpkin filling, gingersnap cookies and creamy whipped topping.

Provided by By Arlene Cummings

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ gingerbread cake and cookie mix
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1 box (4-serving size) butterscotch instant pudding and pie filling mix
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup milk
25 to 30 gingersnap cookies (about three-fourths of 10-oz bag)
1 container (12 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed, or whipped cream

Steps:

  • Bake and cool gingerbread as directed on box.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat pumpkin, condensed milk, pudding mix, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and milk with whisk 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is smooth and thickened; set aside.
  • Cut gingerbread into 2- to 3-inch cubes. In trifle bowl or large clear glass bowl, layer half of gingerbread.
  • Reserve 12 cookies and some of the whipped topping for garnish. Crumble 5 cookies over gingerbread layer. Spread about half of remaining whipped topping over cookies. Top with half of pumpkin mixture. Repeat layers. Crumble 2 remaining cookies over top. Garnish top with reserved whipped topping and whole cookies.
  • Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

GINGERBREAD PUMPKIN TRIFLE



Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle image

I like to spice up our Thanksgiving dinner with this special dessert featuring two popular holiday flavors. A delicious alternative to pumpkin pie, it's my favorite potluck contribution. -Deborah F. Hahn, Belle, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup shortening
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1 egg
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup hot water
FILLING/TOPPING:
2 cups cold milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon rum extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut gingerbread into 1/2-in. to 1-in. cubes; set aside., In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Combine the pumpkin, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon; stir into pudding. In another bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form., Set aside 1/4 cup gingerbread cubes. In a 4-qt. trifle bowl or glass serving bowl, layer a third of the remaining gingerbread cubes; top with a third of the pumpkin mixture and whipped cream. Repeat layers twice. Crumble reserved gingerbread; sprinkle over top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GINGERBREAD & PUMPKIN CREAM TRIFLE



Gingerbread & Pumpkin Cream Trifle image

We wait for these flavors all year long. Stack up the layers in a big trifle bowl, or make minis for everybody at the table. -Amy Geiser, Fairlawn, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (14-1/2 ounces) gingerbread cake/cookie mix
1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1-2/3 cups canned pumpkin pie mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Optional toppings: caramel topping, toasted pecans and gingersnap cookies

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake gingerbread cake according to package directions. Cool completely on a wire rack., Meanwhile, prepare pudding mix according to package directions; stir in brown sugar and pie mix. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Cut or break gingerbread into 3/4-in. pieces. In ten 12-oz. glasses or a 3-qt. trifle bowl, layer half of each of the following: cake, pumpkin mixture and whipped topping. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, 4 hours or overnight. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

Loyaers of spicy gingerbread, pumpkin filling, and fluffy whipped topping make this decadent desert a feast for your eyes and taste buds. From Taste of Home August/Sept 2008. Posted for safekeeping.

Provided by Chef Skie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 25 cups, 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (14 1/2 ounce) packages gingerbread cake mix
1 (4 5/8 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix (cook and serve, not instant)
3 cups milk
1 (29 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 (12 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake gingerbread according to package directions using two greased 9 inch round cake pans. Cool completely on wire racks.
  • Meanwhile, for pudding, in a large saucepan combine pudding mix and milk. Stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer, or until thickened. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Combine pumpkin and brown sugar and stir into pudding.
  • In a 4-quart glass serving bowl or trifle dish crumble one gingerbread cake and gently press down. Top with half of pudding mixture and half of whipped topping. Repeat layers.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.

PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle image

The homemade gingerbread makes this recipe shine. It's moist, delicious and has just the right balance of sweetness and spice. The pudding and gingerbread compliment each other nicely and the topping makes everything better!

Provided by Jolayne Cooper

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 20

GINGERBREAD
1/2 c shortening
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 egg
1 c hot water
1 c molasses
2 1/4 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
OTHER TRIFLE PARTS
1 box cook and serve vanilla pudding mix (large)
1 can(s) 30 oz. pumpkin pie filling
1/2 c brown sugar
1-2 tsp ground cinnamon
12 oz cool whip
1/2 c gingersnaps, optional

Steps:

  • 1. For the Gingerbread - In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugars. Add egg; mix well. Beat in water and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture.
  • 2. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 33-37 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before assembling the trifle.
  • 3. While the gingerbread is cooling, prepare the pudding and set aside to cool. When it is cool, stir the pumpkin pie filling, sugar, and cinnamon into the pudding.
  • 4. To assemble - Crumble 1/2 of gingerbread into the bottom of a large, pretty bowl. Pour 1/2 of the pudding mixture over the gingerbread, then add a layer of Cool Whip. Repeat with the remaining gingerbread, pudding, and Cool Whip. Sprinkle the top with crushed gingersnaps, if desired.
  • 5. Refrigerate overnight.

PUMPKIN-BUTTERSCOTCH GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



Pumpkin-Butterscotch Gingerbread Trifle image

There's more to pumpkin than pie, as this impressive trifle proves. It looks so elegant with alternating layers of gingerbread cake and pumpkin/butterscotch pudding. Try making it ahead of time for a fuss-free dessert when you're planning to entertain guests. -Lyla Lehenbauer, New London, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 11h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (14-1/2 ounces) gingerbread cake/cookie mix
4 cups cold fat-free milk
4 packages (1 ounce each) sugar-free instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake gingerbread mix according to package directions for cake. Cool completely., Break cake into crumbles; reserve 1/4 cup crumbs. In a large bowl, whisk milk, pudding mixes and spices until mixture is thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in pumpkin. , In a 3-1/2 qt. trifle or glass bowl, layer one-fourth of the cake crumbs, half of the pumpkin mixture, one-fourth of the cake crumbs and half of the whipped topping; repeat layers. Top with reserved crumbs. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE



PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD TRIFLE image

Categories     Yogurt

Number Of Ingredients 6

•2 packages (14-1/2 ounces each) gingerbread cake mix
•1 package (4.6 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
•3 cups 2% milk
•1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
•1/2 cup packed brown sugar
•1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided

Steps:

  • •Prepare and bake gingerbread according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool completely on wire racks. •Meanwhile, for pudding, in a large saucepan, combine pudding mix and milk; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Combine pumpkin and brown sugar; stir into pudding. •In a 4-qt. glass serving bowl, crumble one gingerbread cake; gently press down. Top with half of pudding mixture and whipped topping. Repeat layers. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Yield: 25 servings (1 cup each).

Tips for Making the Perfect Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your trifle.
  • Make sure your gingerbread is moist and fluffy. If it's too dry, the trifle will be dry as well.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make it tough.
  • Chill the trifle for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the trifle to set.
  • Garnish the trifle with whipped cream, pumpkin seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving. This will add a festive touch.

Conclusion

Pumpkin gingerbread trifle is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it classic or with a twist, this trifle is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give pumpkin gingerbread trifle a try. You won't be disappointed.

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