BASIC TRIFLE RECIPE

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Here is a basic trifle recipe that can be built upon in so many ways. Here, I have listed only a few of the MANY variations you can make using this recipe. Have fun and experiment and please let me know what you come up with. This recipe is awesome. Cook time is chill time and will be longer if you make your own cake.

Provided by BirdyBaker

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pre-made cake
2 instant pudding mix (I use Bird's custard mix)
2 (1 lb) bags frozen fruit or 2 (1 lb) bags fresh fruit
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup whipped cream
additional fresh fruit (to garnish)
1/3 cup juice or 1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Prepare pudding or custard according to directions and let cool.
  • Mix the fruit with the sherry.
  • Cut the cake into 1" chunks and place 1/2 of the chunks in the bottom of a trifle bowl.
  • Layer 1/2 of the fruit on top of the cake layer and top with 1/2 the pudding.
  • Repeat layering.
  • Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh fruit.
  • Chill well before serving.
  • Variations.
  • To make a low fat trifle, use angel food cake, fat-free pudding and low fat whipped cream.
  • Strawberry Shortcake Trifle- Yellow or Angel food cake, custard and strawberries.
  • Black Forest Trifle- Chocolate cake, raspberries and custard.
  • Tropical Trifle- Angel food cake, mixed pineapple, mangoes, papayas, vanilla or lemon pudding. Sprinkle with shredded coconut.
  • Apples and cream Trifle- Spice Cake, Apple pie filling and custard.
  • Banana Creme Trifle- White or chocolate cake, Sliced Bananas, Custard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 2.3, Sodium 4.4, Carbohydrate 7.2, Sugar 7, Protein 0.1

Raheem jhan
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This trifle was a waste of time and money.


Adul kurdi
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Devindra Mukhiya
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The trifle was too time-consuming to make and it wasn't worth the effort.


MdHOSSEN Hossen
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my trifle didn't turn out as good as the picture.


Msawakhe
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The trifle was a bit dry, but overall it was a good dessert.


Sagar ji
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The trifle was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


A R Akash Sorkar
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I would definitely make this trifle again.


Maxamed Cumai cali
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I'm not a huge fan of trifles, but this one was really good.


bharat mijar
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I made this trifle for a potluck and it was gone in minutes.


Spoder-lover23
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The trifle was a little time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth it.


jonno Allen
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I've never made a trifle before, but this recipe made it so easy.


Angel Msiza
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This trifle is the perfect dessert for any occasion.


YossefŸã Ashraf
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I was a little worried that the trifle would be too sweet, but it was actually perfectly balanced.


Charles Garner
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The trifle looked just as beautiful as the picture in the recipe.


A Bg
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I love that this trifle can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy hosts.


King George
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The trifle was easy to make and didn't take too long.


Maxamad Cismaan
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I've made this trifle several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mark Munns
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This trifle was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


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