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Easter Trifle Dessert

Easter Trifle Dessert: A Colorful Layered Delight to Cherish

This Easter Trifle Dessert features vibrant layers of cake, pudding, and whipped cream, making it a festive treat that's easy to customize for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White or Yellow Cake Mix Can substitute with gluten-free cake mix for dietary needs.
For the Pudding
  • 1 box Instant Pudding Mix (Vanilla or White Chocolate) Feel free to experiment with different flavors.
  • 4 cups Milk You can use dairy-free milk for lactose-free options.
For the Layers
  • 1 bottle Food Coloring (Pastel Shades) Natural food coloring can also be used.
  • 16 oz Whipped Topping Coconut whipped cream is a vegan alternative.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Eggs Could swap for seasonal fruits or alternative candies.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles and Edible Flowers Chopped nuts or shredded coconut can also be added.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • trifle bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easter Trifle Dessert
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the white or yellow cake mix according to the package instructions. Once mixed, divide the batter into four bowls and add pastel food coloring to each. Pour each colored batter into separate pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and 4 cups of milk until smooth and thick, about 2 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Grab a clear glass trifle bowl and start layering. Begin with cake cubes, followed by pudding, and then whipped topping. Repeat until filled, ensuring the last layer is whipped topping.
  4. Decorate the trifle with mini chocolate eggs, sprinkles, and edible flowers for that festive touch.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled to enjoy the stunning layers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, assemble the trifle a day in advance to enhance flavor melding.

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