Easy Pumpkin Caramel Trifle Mason Jar Dessert

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Pumpkin lovers, this one is for you! This easy pumpkin caramel trifle mason jar dessert is perfect for fall.

The combination of pumpkin and caramel is irresistible. And the best part is that it’s simple to make.

The fourth annual #fallflavors yumminess continues with this pumpkin caramel trifle mason jar dessert.

There are 21 bloggers sharing over SIXTY recipes using favorite fall ingredients like pumpkin, apple, maple, and many more.

You will find all of the links at the end of this post so be sure to check them out.

If you are a regular visitor here you know I am all about quick and easy recipes.

It is just me and sometimes my daughter having dinner together so small portions are my go-to for cooking and baking.

That means mason jar desserts are perfect. I hate throwing away leftovers and with single servings, there is virtually no waste.

Did you see my pumpkin dump cake recipe? That is another simple fall dessert and it is seriously delicious! And, if you are a fan of dump cakes here are 47 dump cake recipes to check out.

Now, let’s get to this yummy trifle.

Pumpkin Caramel Trifle Ingredients

• 1 (15oz) can of pumpkin puree
• 1 box spice cake mix
• Oil
• Water
• 3 eggs
• Pumpkin Pie Spice
• whipped cream for topping
• caramel syrup
• Vanilla Pudding
• Milk
• Cool Whip
• Mason Jars

How to Make Pumpkin Caramel Trifle

Step 1. Bake the cake

Start by mixing the ingredients for the spice cake. The only thing I do differently is to add a can of pumpkin puree and a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.

Bake according to the directions and let cool.

This is the same cake I use to make my popular pumpkin spice explosion cake.

Step 2. Cut the cake

Once cool, cut the cake into cubes to fit in the mason jar.

About 3-4 pieces should be added to each layer.

You can add some caramel on top of the cake if you like.

Step 3. Make the pudding

Make the pudding according to the directions. You can experiment with different flavors of pudding.

My daughter likes it with vanilla, so that is what we used. But, they also make a pumpkin if you want to try that.

Or consider adding a dash of pumpkin pie spice directly to the pudding for an extra bit of fall flavor.

Simply add a layer of pudding over the pumpkin cake.

Step 4. Add cool whip

Now you want to add a layer of coop whip or whipped cream to the trifle.

Repeat the layers until you get to the top layer.

Step 5. Finish top layer

For the top layer add cool whip and crumble some pumpkin cake on it.

If you are planning on refrigerating the mason jar trifle to save for later, be sure to keep the top layer a little bit lower than the lid.

You can even add the top layer right before serving if it is easier. See how easy that was?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do pumpkin caramel mason jar trifles last in refrigerator?

Mason jar desserts typically last 5 to 7 days in the fridge, depending on the ingredients used. Make them on the weekend and enjoy them all week!

Now hop on over to check out all the other fall recipes and don’t forget to follow #FallFlavor to see all the delicious recipes on social media. Enjoy!

Friday #FallFlavors Recipes

Appetizers and Beverages

• Delicious Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball from Family Around The Table
• Pumpkin Spice White Russian from Our Crafty Mom
• Vegan Sweet Potato Cutlets from Magical Ingredients

Breads

• Cinnamon Chip Apple Muffins from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Cranberry Walnut Bread from Hostess At Heart
• Pumpkin Banana Muffins from Cheese Curd In Paradise

Sauces

• Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette from Art of Natural Living

Mains Dishes

• Autumn Chicken Cobb Salad from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Ham, Apple and Cheddar Quesadillas from A Little Fish in the Kitchen
• Slow Cooker German Pork Roast from Palatable Pastime

Desserts

• Air Fryer Candied Pecans from Devour Dinner
• Apple Cinnamon Chip Cookies from Sweet Beginnings
• Candy Corn Cookies from Best Cookie Recipes
• Ginger Apple Pear Crisp from Jolene’s Recipe Journal
• Maple Brown Sugar Cookies with Candied Sage from The Spiffy Cookie
• Maple Pecan Biscotti from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
• Pumpkin Caramel Trifle Mason Jar Dessert from Our Crafty Mom
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars from Blogghetti
• Pumpkin Dump Cake from An Affair from the Heart
• Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake from Jen Around the World

Follow the Favorite Fall Recipes Facebook group and follow the Favorite Fall Flavors Pinterest board for more fall inspiration!