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Easter Trifle Dessert

Easter Trifle Dessert: A Colorful Celebration of Flavors

Easter Trifle Dessert is a vibrant, layered treat that combines soft cake, creamy pudding, and fluffy whipped topping for a festive celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White or Yellow Cake Mix Substitute with gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free version.
For the Layers
  • as needed Food Coloring (Pastel Shades) Opt for natural food coloring to keep it healthy.
  • 1 box Instant Pudding Mix (Vanilla or White Chocolate) Swap for chocolate or strawberry for a fun twist.
  • 4 cups Milk Dairy or non-dairy milk can be used depending on preference.
For the Topping
  • 16 oz Whipped Topping Homemade whipped cream offers a delicious upgrade.
  • as needed Mini Chocolate Eggs Consider using seasonal candies or nuts as a substitute.
  • as needed Sprinkles & Edible Flowers Crushed cookies or fruit are also great alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Trifle Bowl or Glass Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions. Divide into bowls, add food coloring, pour into pans, and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into cubes.
  2. Whisk together the pudding mix and 4 cups of milk until smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. In a clear trifle bowl, layer the cake cubes, pudding, and whipped topping repeatedly until full, finishing with whipped topping.
  4. Decorate with mini chocolate eggs, sprinkles, and edible flowers.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the trifle the night before serving to enhance the flavors and ease the process on the day of the celebration.

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