Festive Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle – Easy Crowd Pleasing Fall Dessert
You know those desserts that make people stop and say, “Whoa… what is THAT?” This pumpkin cheesecake trifle is one of them. It’s got all the fall vibes! Layers of fluffy angel food cake, pumpkin cheesecake, and creamy Cool Whip come together in a gorgeous trifle bowl that’s guaranteed to impress.
The best part? It’s ridiculously easy to throw together, but everyone will think you spent hours. Bursting with cozy pumpkin pie spice, it’s the perfect showpiece for your Thanksgiving table or any fall gathering.
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If you’re looking for a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, this pumpkin cheesecake trifle is your new go-to.
How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle
Here are the ingredients you need to make this pumpkin cheesecake trifle, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.
Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake, homemade or store bought, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 12 oz. cool whip
- 16 oz. cream cheese
- 15 oz. pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
Step by Step Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps remaining.
2. Add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Continue mixing until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. To assemble the trifle, place half of the cubed angel food cake evenly across the bottom of a trifle bowl.
4. Spoon half of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the cake, spreading it into an even layer.
5. Spread half of the Cool Whip on top of the pumpkin layer.
6. Repeat the layers with the remaining cake cubes, pumpkin cheesecake mixture, and Cool Whip.
7. Lightly dust the top with pumpkin pie spice for garnish.
8. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until well chilled and ready to serve.
This pumpkin cheesecake trifle isn’t just easy to make, it’s a dessert that wows from the very first spoonful. With its dreamy layers and warm autumn flavors, it’s sure to a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any holiday celebration. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, fall parties or just a random Tuesday when you need a little fall magic.
More Fall Treats
- Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
- Caramel Apple Cheese Ball
- Pumpkin Pie Crisp
- Crockpot Pumpkin Dump Cake
- Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Filling
- Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle
Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake, homemade or store bought, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 12 oz. cool whip
- 16 oz. cream cheese
- 15 oz. pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps remaining.
- Add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Continue mixing until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy.
- To assemble the trifle, place half of the cubed angel food cake evenly across the bottom of a trifle bowl.
- Spoon half of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the cake, spreading it into an even layer.
- Spread half of the Cool Whip on top of the pumpkin layer.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining cake cubes, pumpkin cheesecake mixture, and Cool Whip.
- Lightly dust the top with pumpkin pie spice for garnish.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until well chilled and ready to serve.
