How to Make Pumpkin Parfait by Jo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to my kitchen! I'm Jo, and I love creating delicious and easy-to-make recipes that everyone can enjoy. Today, I'm going to share with you one of my all-time favorite fall desserts - Pumpkin Parfait. This dessert is perfect for any autumn event, from cozy gatherings with loved ones to holiday parties. The smooth and creamy pumpkin mousse, layered with crunchy graham cracker crumbs and sweet whipped cream, is a delightful treat that will have everyone asking for more.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the crust into a 9x9-inch square baking dish. Place the pumpkin into a large bowl, and mash it up with a spoon. Mix in 1/2 cup of brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, cloves, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until smooth. Gently stir in the softened ice cream. Spread the pumpkin mixture over the graham cracker crust. Freeze until firm, 4 to 6 hours; cut into squares.
  • Lightly mix the whipped cream with confectioners' sugar and a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon in a bowl; serve each square with a dollop of the sweetened whipped cream.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 400mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 131mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 299mg