This pumpkin trifle recipe features layers of whipped cream, pudding, and rich pumpkin bread.

Its a perfect fall or Thanksgiving dessert!

I grew up in the midwest and came from a family of five kids.

pumpkin trifle

We never didnt anything fancy beyond strawberry pretzel salad.

I always assumed making a trifle was an all day labor of love.

Its done, you say, before passing out on the floor.

pumpkin trifle dessert

But that isnt a trifle at all.Theyre actually pretty easy to make!

Just layers of tasty stuff layered together, creating a visually appealing dessert.

And it turned out AMAZING!

thanksgiving trifle

If you love pumpkin desserts and pumpkin spice, this is going to be your new fave.

As you go into making this pumpkin trifle, Ive only got a few thoughts and tips.

If you dont need them, it’s possible for you to skip down to the recipe.

pumpkin trifle recipe

Often the cake/bread layer is sponge cake, ladyfingers, pound cake, or something similar.

You could even try brownies!

Adult Twist

Do you want to make this a little boozy?

recipe for pumpkin truffle

Layer it Up

There isnt really a wrong way to layer these ingredients together.

Remember, the best part of making a trifle dessert is getting creative and experimenting with flavors and textures.

Heres what youre going to need, but dont be afraid to change it up!

powdered sugar and heavy cream combined in a clear glass bowl

Ingredients

Equipment

Trifles get better as they sit in the fridge.

Let it chill for a few hours, or even overnight, to let the flavors meld together.

you’ve got the option to use store bought or homemade pumpkin bread.

pumpkin spice pudding mix added to milk

Just double-check that whatever you use will yield about 5 cups of diced bread.

This recipe is best stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

pumpkin pudding ready to be chilled in the fridge

layer the pumpkin pudding, whipped cream, and pumpkin bread

adding more bread and pudding layers on top of the pumpkin trifle

pumpkin spice trifle chilled in the fridge