Chocolate Pumpkin Parfaits

 

PREP TIME

40 mins

COOK TIME

10 mins

TOTAL TIME

50 mins

 

The perfect EASY Halloween treat for teenagers and adults. They go fast so make plenty!

Author: www.dailydishrecipes.com

Recipe type: Dessert

Cuisine: Holidays

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

For Pumpkin Layer:

• You can either use Pumpkin Spice Pudding Mix and make it as directed on the BOX, but many are saying they can't find it, so here is another great way to make it:
• 1 package vanilla instant pudding mix
• 1 cup of milk
• ¼ cup light cream
• ¾ cup (7.5 ounces) pumpkin puree
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

Middle Layer:

• Whipped cream

Chocolate Layer:

• Make boxed pudding OR do it from scratch:
• 6 tablespoons sugar
• ¼ cup baking cocoa
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1-1/2 cups milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Pumpkin Layer:

1. Follow directions on package if you are using Jello Pumpkin Spice Pudding Mix OR for from scratch:
2. Mix the vanilla pudding, milk, light cream and pumpkin puree together in a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Beat for about 2 minutes or until the mixture thickens and everything is combined well. Stir in the pumpkin puree and the pumpkin pie spice. Pour into a bowl and cover and chill for 30 minutes.

For the Chocolate Layer:

1. In a saucepan on the stove over low heat, combine the sugar, cocoa and cornstarch. Add milk slowly until the whole thing is smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook the pudding for about 2 minutes or until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
2. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
3. To assemble:
4. Spoon the chilled pumpkin layer in first, next spoon in the whipped topping. Finish with the chocolate pudding and spoon whipped topping on top and serve.
5. Garnish with nuts, shaved chocolate or sprinkles.