Pumpkin Parfaits

Okay so October is almost here and I guess that means I should start planning my Thanksgiving meal, I mean after all I only have 21 people coming to dinner that day.  I tried this recipe out on my parents and hubbie a couple months ago and they voted it a keeper.  Looks like I have made a start...this will make its way to my Thanksgiving table.

Pumpkin Parfaits

12 Biscoff Cookies, crushed into crumbs

1 tablespoon butter, melted

8 oz. cream cheese, softened

1 cup pure pumpkin puree

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

½ cup sugar

2 tbsp. brown sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/8 tsp. ginger

1/8 tsp.nutmeg

1 large tub (12 oz) whipped topping, thawed, divided

Directions:

1.       In a medium bowl, combine Biscoff cookie crumbs and butter.  Divide the crumbs into the bottoms of your trifle glasses.  Gently press crumbs to form an even layer crust.

2.      In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth.  Add pumpkin, vamilla, sugar , brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg.  Beat until well combined and creamy.

3.      Use a spatula to fold in half of the whipped topping.  Gently combine ingredients until no streaks remain.

4.      To assemble the trifles:  Pipe or spoon a layer of pumpkin cheese onto the Biscoff crust followed by a layer of whipped topping.  Repeat layers until your trifle reaches the top of the glass or jar.

5.      Store trifles in the refrigerator until ready to serve.  If desired, garnish with cookie crumbs.