Easy and affordable pumpkin gingerbread trifle: A delightful treat to brighten your busy days

Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes

Pumpkin gingerbread trifle

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 14 oz (400g) of gingerbread mix 
• 1/2 cup (120ml) of water
• 1/4 cup (60ml) of vegetable oil 
• 1 egg 
• 1 can (15 oz/425g) of pumpkin puree 
• 1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (60g) of powdered sugar 
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) of vanilla extract 
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) of ground cinnamon 
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) of ground nutmeg 
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) of ground ginger 

Total calories per serving: 515

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the gingerbread mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. While the gingerbread is baking, combine the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a separate bowl. Mix until well combined.
5. Once the gingerbread is done, let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into small cubes.
6. Layer the gingerbread pieces in individual serving dishes, alternating with the pumpkin cream mixture.
7. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of pumpkin cream on top.
8. Refrigerate the trifles for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Enjoy this delicious pumpkin gingerbread trifle! It’s a perfect dessert for the autumn season, easy to prepare and great for sharing with your loved ones.

A healthier take on pumpkin gingerbread trifle

You can always make your pumpkin gingerbread trifle healthier without losing the delightful flavors.

Swap the sugar for maple syrup or honey to make it natural.

You can use Greek yogurt instead of whipped cream to cut down on the fat content, yet still retain a creamy texture.

As for the gingerbread, consider using whole grain flour instead of white flour to add dietary fiber.

Proper storage of pumpkin gingerbread trifle

This delightful dessert is best served fresh but it can be stored in the fridge if covered tightly with cling film for up to three days.

It is important not to leave the trifle out at room temperature for more than two hours.

If prepared ahead of time, do not add the whipped cream or yogurt until just before serving as they can become runny and thin out over time.

Serving suggestions for pumpkin gingerbread trifle

While this pumpkin gingerbread trifle can certainly stand on its own as a showstopper dessert, you can pair it with some warm spiced apple cider or a dessert wine for a complete experience.

If you’re more into coffee, a lightly sweetened espresso would complement the flavors beautifully.

As for the food, this sweet trifle goes well after a meal of savory roast or turkey.

Time-saving tips for pumpkin gingerbread trifle

Yes, you can save time when making this lovely dessert too! Instead of making your own gingerbread, you can use store-bought ones.

Preparing the pumpkin filling a day before and storing it in the fridge cuts down on the actual assembly time.

Using a ready-to-use canned whipped cream also speeds up the process without compromising much on the taste.

Utilizing leftover pumpkin gingerbread trifle

If you find yourself with leftovers of this delightful dessert, don’t fret! Leftover pumpkin gingerbread trifle can be used to make delightful parfaits.

Simply layer the leftover trifle with some granola in a tall glass. You can also blend it with some milk and ice-cream to make a delicious trifle milkshake.