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Here’s a delightful recipe for Layered Fruit Trifle Delight! This trifle is a colorful, refreshing dessert made with layers of moist cake, creamy pudding, and fresh fruit. It’s perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a sweet treat to share with family.
Ingredients:
- For the cake layer:
- 1 box (about 15.25 oz) vanilla or yellow cake mix (or homemade cake)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- For the creamy layer:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the fruit layer:
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1 1/2 cups kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1 banana, sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup mandarin oranges (optional, or use any fruit of choice)
- For the whipped topping:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the cake:
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box (usually 350°F/175°C).
- Prepare the cake mix according to the package directions (combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water). Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the cake as directed, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (typically about 30 minutes).
- Let the cake cool completely. Once cooled, cut it into cubes, about 1-inch in size.
2. Make the creamy pudding layer:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens (about 2 minutes).
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. If you like a thicker pudding layer, feel free to add a little extra heavy cream or even some mascarpone cheese for a richer flavor.
3. Make the whipped topping:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
- Once whipped, set aside.
4. Assemble the trifle:
- In a large trifle dish (or individual serving glasses), start by adding a layer of cake cubes at the bottom.
- Spoon a layer of the creamy vanilla pudding mixture on top of the cake.
- Add a layer of fresh fruit on top of the pudding.
- Repeat the layers, alternating between cake cubes, pudding, and fruit, until you reach the top of the dish. Finish with a generous layer of whipped topping on top.
5. Chill and serve:
- Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld together.
- Garnish with any remaining fresh fruit on top just before serving for a vibrant and beautiful presentation.
Tips:
- For added flavor, drizzle some fruit syrup or honey between the layers.
- Make it a day ahead: The trifle tastes even better when chilled overnight as the flavors have more time to come together.
- Fruit choices: You can swap or add fruits like raspberries, peaches, or mangoes based on what’s in season or your personal preference.
- Cake alternatives: You can use angel food cake, pound cake, or sponge cake for different textures.
This Layered Fruit Trifle Delight is a crowd-pleasing dessert with refreshing fruit, creamy layers, and a soft cake base. Enjoy!