Indulge in the festive flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin Angel Food Cake Trifle!
This super easy recipe layers fluffy angel food cake, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling, and whipped topping to make the perfect dessert for gatherings or cozy evenings at home this fall.
Be sure to explore our collection of easy pumpkin desserts that are perfect for celebrating the flavors of fall!
This layered dessert is a heavenly dessert that combines the lightness of angel food cake with a rich, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling.
You can create a stunning and delicious trifle that’s perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations, fall parties, or any occasion that calls for a touch of seasonal sweetness.
Don’t miss the chance to impress your friends and family with this show stopping dessert that's easy to assemble ahead of time.
Looking for more easy dessert recipes for fall? Try my Pumpkin Cheesecake in a Jar and even my mini Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake. Yum!
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Building the Perfect Trifle
- A trifle is all about visual appeal, so think about the colors and textures of your ingredients.
- A clear glass bowl is essential for showcasing the beautiful layers of your trifle. If you don't have a trifle bowl, a large glass serving bowl will work just fine.
- As you layer the trifle, take care around the edges of the bowl to keep the cake, filling, and whipped topping neat and tidy for a beautiful presentation. My mother always said, "We eat with our eyes first!"
- This trifle recipe skips the traditional liquor or coffee soak, relying instead on the light and airy texture of cubed angel food cake.
- Make sure the pudding is thick! A thin, runny pudding will make your trifle watery.
- A trifle tastes best when it's had time to chill in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld and the layers to set properly.
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Substitutions and Variations
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors and textures.
- Try layering in chocolate shavings, crushed cookies, or even a layer graham cracker crumbs.
- Instead of angel food cake, try your favorite pound cake recipe.
- Feel free to swap out the whipped topping for Homemade Whipped Cream.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature!
Step 2: To the cream cheese, add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Blend these ingredients together until a smooth and uniform mixture forms.
Step 3: Start assembling the trifle! Add half the angel food cake cubes to the bottom of the trifle dish.
Step 4: Top the cake with half of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture. Smooth it out so it's an even layer.
Quick Tip
For a fun presentation, consider serving this recipe as individual trifles in small glasses or jars — they'd look fantastic on a dessert buffet table for a Halloween party or Thanksgiving dinner with family!
Step 5: Add a layer of half the whipped topping on top of the cheesecake mixture. Again, smooth it out so it's an even layer.
Step 6: Repeat the layers then sprinkle pumpkin pie spice on top for garnish. Chill for 1-2 hours.
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Recipe FAQ's
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You can use a combination of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Or try a cinnamon/sugar mixture.
Yes, you can simply omit adding the cream cheese to the pumpkin puree laywer.
Prep Ahead Tips
You can prepare the individual components ahead of time and assemble the trifle a few hours before serving.
Storing and Freezing Instructions
Refrigerate: Cover and store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Any longer and the angel food cake will get soggy from the moisture of the pudding and whipped topping.
Freezer: It's not recommended to freeze this trifle as the texture of the whipped cream and cake may be affected.
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Pumpkin Angel Food Cake Trifle
Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake, homemade or store bought, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 12 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 15 ounces pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, until smooth.
- Add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until well combined.
- To assemble, add half of the cake pieces to the bottom of your trifle bowl.
- Top with a layer of half of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture.
- Top with half of the whipped topping for the next layer.
- Repeat these layers once more.
- Sprinkle pumpkin pie spice over top.
- Chill for 1-2 hours, or until ready to serve.
Deborah says
I made this for my ladies group at church the other night at it received rave reviews! My daughter took what was left to work the next day and now I need to provide the recipe to her coworkers 😉
Lois says
Thank you for the GREAT comment! I'm so happy your friends enjoyed the recipe!