Chocolate & Pumpkin Trifle Recipe

Name: Chocolate & Pumpkin Trifle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake Layer; 1 (15 1/4 ounce) box chocolate cake mix; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup oil; 3 eggs; Pudding Layer; 2 cups milk; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix; 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin; 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; Trifle Assembly; pumpkin, for serving; 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping

Servings: persons

Cake Layer
1 (15 1/4 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
1 cup water
1/2 cup oil
3 eggs
Pudding Layer
2 cups milk
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Trifle Assembly
pumpkin, for serving
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping

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Cake:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan and set aside. Combine the cake mix, water, oil and eggs in a bowl. Mix and pour into prepared pan. Bake 350 degrees F for 34-38 minutes. When the cake is completely cool, crumble cake and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of the crumbs for garnish.
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Pudding:
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk milk, and pudding for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Let sit 2 minutes or until softly set. Stir in pumpkin and spice. Mix well.
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Trifle Assembly:
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Clean and prepare your pumpkin with a large opening to create your bowl. If creating a carved pumpkin, tightly line the openings with plastic wrap to prevent spilling.
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Layer 1/4 of the cake, 1/4 of the pudding and 1/4 of the whipped topping. Repeat until pumpkin is full, ending with the whipped topping. Garnish with the reserved crumbs.
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NOTE: If using a large pumpkin as the serving vessel (similar to the one used in the recipe video) you may need to double or triple this recipe to fill your pumpkin completely.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake Layer, 1 (15 1/4 ounce) box chocolate cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup oil, and more.

Yes, Chocolate & Pumpkin Trifle falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate & Pumpkin Trifle

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Variations & substitutions

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