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Easy Canned Pumpkin Parfait Recipe

November 8, 2022 By Melissa 12 Comments
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This easy pumpkin parfait recipe is a yummy pumpkin dessert recipe. It is easy to make but looks so fancy! It makes a great ending for Thanksgiving dinner or any fall get-together or party. Be sure to check out all out easy party planning ideas.

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Table of Contents

  • Easy Pumpkin Parfait Recipe
  • Thanksgiving Planner
  • What is a Parfait?
  • What are the ingredients needed to make canned Pumpkin Parfaits
  • How to Make Pumpkin Parfait
  • How to Assemble the Parfait
  • Pumpkin Parfait Cups
  • Should the parfaits be served cold?
  • Pumpkin Parfait Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
  • More Pumpkin Recipes

Easy Pumpkin Parfait Recipe

This recipe for luscious pumpkin parfait is an easy, mini pumpkin pie dessert that will be loved by all. Not only is this dessert delicious, but it’s also very simple to make. In just a few minutes you can have a perfect little treat for your Thanksgiving dinner table. So why wait? Let’s get started!

It is pumpkin spice season and this recipe is a fun twist with pumpkin spice, canned pumpkin, and pudding mix. This easy pumpkin pudding parfait makes an amazing fall recipe. One of the things I love about it is that it is so simple to make but looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.

This easy pumpkin dessert recipe would be a great ending for Thanksgiving dinner or any other fall occasion. It is light and tasty and a great alternative to traditional pumpkin pie. The full printable recipe is below. You can either use whipped cream or whipped topping whichever you prefer.

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What is a Parfait?

A parfait is a dish with layers. It can be prepared in individual bowls or in one large bowl. In this easy pumpkin pie parfait recipe, the layers are gingersnap cookies, pumpkin filling, and whipped cream. the cookies add extra texture and a yummy ginger flavor.

What are the ingredients needed to make canned Pumpkin Parfaits

3/4 C cold milk
1 package (small) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 C whipped cream or whipped topping
1 C canned pumpkin
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 C chopped pecans
1 1/2 C crumbled gingersnap cookies

How to Make Pumpkin Parfait

  • Using a hand mixer combine the milk and pudding mix on low for 2 minutes.
  • In another bowl, stir the pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice together.
  • Add the whipped cream or whipped topping, pumpkin and spices to the milk and pudding mixture. Stir to blend all ingredients together.

How to Assemble the Parfait

  • Begin to build the parfait.
  • The first layer (bottom of the parfait glass) will be the crumbled gingersnap cookies.
  • Spoon a layer of the pumpkin filling into the parfait glasses.
  • Scoop whipped cream or whipped topping spreading it over the layer of the pumpkin filling.
  • The fourth layer will be the crumbled gingersnap cookies.
  • Add another layer of the pumpkin filling.
  • Top with a large scoop of whipped cream or whipped topping.
  • Sprinkle crushed gingersnaps on top of the parfait.
  • Refrigerate until served.

Pumpkin Parfait Cups

These dessert bowls would work great for this recipe.

Should the parfaits be served cold?

This pumpkin pie parfait is best served cold, which will blend the flavors and make the dessert delicious

This pumpkin parfait makes an amazing fall recipe. It is easy to make but looks so fancy! It would be a great ending for Thanksgiving dinner or any other fall occasion.
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5 from 4 votes

Pumpkin Parfait Recipe

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

  • 3/4 C cold milk
  • 1 package small instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 C whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 1 C canned pumpkin
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 C chopped pecans
  • 1 1/2 C crumbled gingersnap cookies

Instructions

  • Using a hand mixer combine the milk and pudding mix on low for 2 minutes.
  • In another bowl, stir the pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice together.
  • Add the whipped cream or whipped topping, pumpkin and spices to the milk and pudding mixture. Stir to blend all ingredients together.
  • Begin to build the parfait.
  • First layer ( bottom of the parfait glass) will be the crumbled gingersnap cookies.
  • Spoon a layer of the pumpkin filling into the parfait glasses.
  • Scoop whipped cream or whipped topping spreading it over the layer of the pumpkin filling.
  • Fourth layer will be the crumbled gingersnap cookies.
  • Add another layer of the pumpkin filling.
  • Top with a large scoop of whipped cream or whipped topping.
  • Sprinkle crushed gingersnaps on top of the parfait.
  • Refrigerate until served.

More Pumpkin Recipes

  • No Bake Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
  • Pumpkin Roll Recipe
  • Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats Recipe
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  1. GlassesShop says

    November 10, 2015 at 8:07 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, I like pumpkin parfait very much, thanks for your recipe 🙂

    Reply
  2. Barbara from 21 Rosemary Lane says

    November 22, 2015 at 12:30 pm

    Wow this looks fabulous and so light too! Thank you so much for sharing at SYS. Wishing you a very blessed Thanksgiving!
    XO Barbara

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 24, 2015 at 9:20 am

      Thanks! Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  3. Kim~madeinaday says

    November 2, 2016 at 1:59 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds yummy! Thanks for linking up to Merry Monday! Pinned! Have a great week!
    Kim

    Reply
  4. Janet Vinyard says

    November 3, 2016 at 10:19 am

    What a lovely dessert! Beautiful to look at and I’m sure quite delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe! Blessings, Janet

    Reply
  5. Crystal Green says

    November 5, 2016 at 11:33 pm

    This looks like a delicious treat to indulge in.

    Thank you for sharing this with us on the #HomeMattersParty. We hope to see you again when we open our doors at 12 AM EST on Friday.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 6, 2016 at 6:22 am

      So glad you like it. It is a yummy fall treat.

      Reply
  6. Nicole says

    November 7, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    Yum! I make a similar pumpkin parfait – I love it with gingersnap cookies. Thank you for sharing your blog post with us at the #HomeMattersParty this week. Hope to see you link up again when the party opens on Friday at midnight EST!

    Reply
  7. joanne says

    September 28, 2021 at 4:16 pm

    This sounds delicious! Pinned.

    Reply
  8. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    October 5, 2021 at 9:24 pm

    5 stars
    Love just about anything with pumpkin this time of the year! Thanks for sharing a great recipe to try out. #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  9. Loretta says

    November 19, 2021 at 1:41 pm

    5 stars
    Want say my family loves this desert, thank you have a happy thankgiving!this a must make !

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      December 1, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      So glad you like it!!

      Reply

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