Pumpkin Praline Trifle Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Praline Trifle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Praline; nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray; 1 cup packed golden brown sugar; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/3 cup half-and-half; 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 2/3 cups pecan halves (about 6 ounces); For the Mascarpone Cream; 2 cups chilled heavy whipping cream; 8 ounces chilled mascarpone cheese; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Filling; 15 ounces pumpkin puree; 1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup whipping cream; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 1/2 ounces soft ladyfingers; 4 1/2 tablespoons dark rum, divided

Servings: persons

For the Praline
nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup packed golden brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup half-and-half
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 2/3 cups pecan halves (about 6 ounces)
For the Mascarpone Cream
2 cups chilled heavy whipping cream
8 ounces chilled mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
15 ounces pumpkin puree
1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar
1/4 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 1/2 ounces soft ladyfingers
4 1/2 tablespoons dark rum, divided

1
Praline: Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. Bring both sugars and half and half to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5 minutes, whisking constantly. Add butter, vanilla, and salt. Attach candy thermometer to pan. Simmer without stirring until temperature registers 260 degrees, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat; immediately mix in pecans. Transfer to prepared sheet, spreading in a single layer. Cool completely. Chop into 1/4-inch pieces.
2
For the Mascarpone Cream: Using and electric mixer, beat all ingredients in a large bowl until firm peaks form. Set aside 1/2 cup mascarpone cream for the pumpkin filling.
3
For the Filling: Whisk pumpkin, brown sugar, cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt in a large bowl to blend. Whisk in reserved 1/2 cup mascarpone cream.
4
Spread 1/3 cup mascarpone cream over bottom of an 8x5-inch trifle dish (12-14 cup capacity). Place lay of ladyfingers over cream in bottom of dish (about half of a 3 ounce package). Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons rum over. Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin filling over ladyfingers, spreading to edges. Sprinkle 1/3 cup praline over. Spread 1 cup mascarpone cream over.
5
Cover with another layer of ladyfingers. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 tablespoons rum, then spread 1 cup pumpkin filling over. Sprinkle 1/2 cup praline over.
6
Repeat 1 more time with 1 cup mascarpone cream, ladyfingers, 1 1/2 tablespoons rum, 1 cup pumpkin filling, and 1/2 cup praline. Spread remaining mascarpone cream over. Cover and chill overnight.
7
Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.
8
Uncover trifle. Sprinkle 1 cup praline decoratively over top.

1887

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

138

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Praline, nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray, 1 cup packed golden brown sugar, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Praline Trifle falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pumpkin Praline Trifle

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