Ingredients
– 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Creating Pumpkin Cheesecake Mini Trifles can be a delightful process. Follow these steps for delicious results:
1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
2. Layer the Crust: Take your serving cups and add a layer of the graham cracker mixture to the bottom of each cup. Press down gently to create a solid base.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
4. Add Pumpkin and Spices: Stir in the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until the cheesecake filling is smooth and creamy.
5. Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Add the powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated. This creates a light, airy texture.
7. Layer the Cheesecake Filling: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust layer in each cup, filling it about halfway.
8. Add Another Layer of Crust: Add another layer of the graham cracker crust on top of the cheesecake filling in each cup.
9. Top with Remaining Filling: Add another layer of the pumpkin cheesecake filling to each cup, filling them almost to the top.
10. Chill: Place the trifles in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow them to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 4g