Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle with Cran-Pomegranate Sauce

posted by Sommer — 59 comments »

Today I’m participating in a virtual Holiday Brunch Potluck, with a Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle with Cran-Pomegranate Sauce.

I’m serving a gorgeous Pumpkin Trifle with old fashioned gingerbread, whipped pumpkin cream, and tangy cranberry pomegranate sauce. To me, these are the flavors that SCREAM holidays, so why not combine them in a vibrant festive showcase?

The gingerbread trifle base starts with dense traditional gingerbread, a heavy, lightly sweetened cake with intense flavor. Light and fluffy pumpkin cream adds contrast to the gingerbread, while the sweet and tart cranberry sauce offers POP with pomegranate essence and a splash of raspberry liqueur. Every holiday dessert needs a little boozy nip to warm the tummy on cold winter evenings.

This Pumpkin Trifle is a feast for the eyes, as well as the palate. In addition, it makes a fantastic edible centerpiece for your holiday table.

Make sure to check out all the glorious dishes on the potluck menu below!

The Drink
Godiva Mudslide Minitini – Kristen from Dine & Dish

Main Dishes
Gingerbread French Toast – Diane from Created by Diane
Asian Fusion Omelette/Frittata – Jeanette from Jeanette’s Healthy Living

Side Dishes
Potato Casserole – Julie from The Little Kitchen
Hazelnut Roasted Brussel Sprouts – Carolyn from All Day I Dream About Food
Macaroni & Cheese – Naomi from Bakers Royale

Dessert
Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle with Cranberry Pomegranate Sauce – Sommer
Almond Brickle Coffee Cake – Kathy from Cooking On the Side
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Buttercream – Cheryl from TidyMom

Party Favor/Hostess Gift
Dark Chocolate Bark with Ginger, Pumpkin Seeds and Apricots – Sylvie from Gourmande in the Kitchen

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59 Responses to “Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle with Cran-Pomegranate Sauce”

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Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar — posted December 6, 2011 at 7:19 am

Oh my! This sounds fantastic! That sauce alone is drinkable :)

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Jeanette — posted December 6, 2011 at 8:57 am

Sommer – this trifle does scream Holidays! Stunning visually and I can only imagine how decadent this tastes. Wish we could host a real brunch to taste each other’s treats.

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Kiri W. — posted December 6, 2011 at 10:15 am

Mmmm, that looks amazing! I love gingerbread, and pumpkin cream must accent it beautifully. The color splash of your dessert is to die for :)

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Baker Street — posted December 6, 2011 at 10:01 am

Wow! That looks seriously good! Can’t wait to try it.

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Helene — posted December 6, 2011 at 10:04 am

Oh my that looks delicious. I especially like that sauce on top.

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The Farmers Wife — posted December 6, 2011 at 10:05 am

Oh wow… This looks beyond amazing! I would gladly eat a giant helping of that right now! Fantastic recipe!

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Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. — posted December 6, 2011 at 10:44 am

so pretty! Looks fantastic girl!

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Kristen — posted December 6, 2011 at 11:36 am

What a beautiful trifle. It just screams “festive!” That whole meal sounds delightful.

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jennifurla — posted December 6, 2011 at 12:05 pm

Oh my goodness, I could barely wait for the pictures as I read the title…yummy

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easyfoodsmith — posted December 6, 2011 at 12:11 pm

OMG! what beautiful colours and an amazing trifle. It is oozing of the festivity in air!

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[email protected] — posted December 6, 2011 at 1:33 pm

This is stunning!! I always forget about how gorgeous, and delicious, trifles are!

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Hester @ Alchemy in the Kitchen — posted December 6, 2011 at 3:08 pm

Sommer! This is incredible! I love the colours first off but it is an absolutely perfect combo of Christmas flavours. Sherry Trifle – you are so over! Make way for a Spicy Perspective on this dessert!

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vianney — posted December 6, 2011 at 3:51 pm

Love the colors, totally need ot make a trifle soon, thanks!!

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Diane {Created by Diane} — posted December 6, 2011 at 4:30 pm

This is so pretty. Must be so wonderful, I have my fork all ready to dig in :)

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Emily @ Life on Food — posted December 6, 2011 at 4:32 pm

Beautiful holiday dish. I love all of the ingredients. Cannot imagine having them all combined. Will have to try this out soon.

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Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen — posted December 6, 2011 at 5:42 pm

Now that’s a showstopper! I’m coming to your house for brunch. ;-)

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carolinaheartstrings — posted December 6, 2011 at 7:06 pm

This looks so beautiful. Fantastic job. I know it tastes as good as it looks.

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A Canadian Foodie — posted December 6, 2011 at 6:56 pm

What an outstandingly gorgeous dessert that just screams: “HAPPY HOLIDAYS” and the flavours would be just as bold. Love the intense colour of the sauce. Stunning. I think I could add some of the sour cherries I have in my freezer to this with still great effect.
:)
V

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Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. — posted December 6, 2011 at 8:30 pm

This looks so incredibly good! Love the combo of the gingerbread and pumpkin!

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torviewtoronto — posted December 6, 2011 at 8:38 pm

dessert looks fabulous lovely colourful combination

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Kathy - Panini Happy — posted December 6, 2011 at 9:44 pm

This is SO pretty, Sommer!

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JulieD — posted December 6, 2011 at 9:55 pm

This looks amazing, Sommer! This would be a huge hit at my house!

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TidyMom — posted December 7, 2011 at 7:37 am

What a stunning and delicious dessert!! I love the combo of flavors!!

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Curt — posted December 7, 2011 at 12:33 pm

Oh man, I love trifle, and this looks so delicious! I love pomegranates.

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Rosa — posted December 7, 2011 at 12:36 pm

Mmmmhhh, delicious! I love trifles.

Cheers,

Rosa

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Maria — posted December 7, 2011 at 12:40 pm

Gorgeous trifle!

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Angie's Recipes — posted December 7, 2011 at 1:44 pm

I love trifle too! This looks amazing! Stunning colour.

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Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) — posted December 7, 2011 at 1:46 pm

That would be a spectacular centerpiece for any holiday meal!

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Krista {Budget Gourmet Mom} — posted December 7, 2011 at 2:42 pm

What a beautiful dessert! The flavors sound so delicious and I am a sucker for anything with ginger lately.

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Dmarie — posted December 7, 2011 at 7:02 pm

absolutely GORGEOUS!!

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Nisrine — posted December 7, 2011 at 8:20 pm

Delicious trifle and photos, Sommer. I love gingerbread and this one looks supermoist.

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Lora ~ cakeduchess — posted December 7, 2011 at 9:04 pm

Gorgeous trifle Sommer. I adore gingerbread and need to try this recipe during the holidays. I like your quicker version option too:)xo

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Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray — posted December 8, 2011 at 9:33 am

Love the colors in this! Gorgeous!

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Divya @flavourfiesta — posted December 8, 2011 at 1:27 pm

Wow, that’s definitely not the trifle I’m used to. I love how it’s like a more grown-up and gourmet version of the classic trifle. You’ve got talent, girl!

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Delishhh — posted December 8, 2011 at 5:24 pm

OMG this looks soo good – awesome pictures too.

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Georgia Pellegrini — posted December 9, 2011 at 11:19 am

Now that is a show-stopping holiday dessert. The flavor combination sounds divine. Thanks for the recipe!

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Jen at The Three Little Piglets — posted December 9, 2011 at 1:14 pm

Very festive! I’m digging that Mudslide Martini… such a great lineup of food and bloggers!

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Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. — posted December 14, 2011 at 6:17 am

so pretty and inviting!

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Kalyn — posted December 17, 2011 at 9:28 am

The photos of this dish are just stunning and it sounds amazing.

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