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Pumpkin Butterscotch Gingerbread Trifle

Pumpkin Butterscotch Gingerbread Trifle for Cozy Gatherings

Delight in this cozy Pumpkin Butterscotch Gingerbread Trifle, a no-bake dessert layered with flavors perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gingerbread Layer
  • 4 cups Gingerbread Crumble into bite-sized pieces.
For the Pumpkin Layer
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Puree Fresh cooked and mashed for best flavor.
For the Butterscotch Layer
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Sauce Can substitute with caramel or chocolate sauce.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Freshly whipped preferred.
Optional Garnishes
  • ½ cup Chopped Nuts Pecans work well.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon For dusting on top.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Trifle Dish
  • Electric Mixer
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crumble the gingerbread into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Mix pumpkin puree with spices until smooth and creamy.
  3. Prepare butterscotch sauce until smooth, then let it cool.
  4. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into pumpkin mixture.
  5. Layer the trifle starting with gingerbread, then pumpkin, butterscotch, and whipped cream until all layers are used.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  7. Garnish with extra whipped cream, nuts, or cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill overnight for optimal flavor. Use a clear dish for presentation.

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