Ginger-Pumpkin Trifle With Vanilla Mascarpone Cream

Name: Ginger-Pumpkin Trifle With Vanilla Mascarpone Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups half-and-half; 2 cups canned pumpkin puree; 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided; 8 large egg yolks; 6 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise; 1 (8-ounce) package mascarpone cheese; 2 (8-ounce) packages frozen whipped topping, thawed; 4 teaspoons instant coffee; 2 tablespoons hot water; 2 tablespoons dark rum; 6 cups coarsely chopped gingersnap cookies, plus 2 tablespoons cookie crumbs for topping; 1 tablespoon finely diced candied ginger

Servings: persons

4 cups half-and-half
2 cups canned pumpkin puree
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
8 large egg yolks
6 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise
1 (8-ounce) package mascarpone cheese
2 (8-ounce) packages frozen whipped topping, thawed
4 teaspoons instant coffee
2 tablespoons hot water
2 tablespoons dark rum
6 cups coarsely chopped gingersnap cookies, plus 2 tablespoons cookie crumbs for topping
1 tablespoon finely diced candied ginger

1
Whisk together half-and-half, pumpkin, 1 cup sugar, and next 4 ingredients in a large saucepan until smooth. Place pan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture is thick and bubbly. Place pan in a large ice-filled bowl. Let mixture cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
2
Scrape seeds from vanilla beans; combine seeds and mascarpone in a medium bowl. Beat with a mixer at high speed 2 minutes or until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping.
3
Whisk together coffee, hot water, rum, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl until sugar and coffee dissolve.
4
To assemble trifle, spoon half of the pumpkin mixture into the bottom of a trifle dish or glass bowl; smooth top. Arrange 3 cups chopped cookies over pumpkin. Drizzle half of coffee mixture over cookies. Top with half of mascarpone mixture. Repeat with remaining pumpkin mixture, cookies, coffee mixture, and mascarpone mixture. Sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons cookie crumbs and candied ginger. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

1069

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups half-and-half, 2 cups canned pumpkin puree, 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided, 8 large egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Ginger-Pumpkin Trifle With Vanilla Mascarpone Cream 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!