Best 6 Caramel Apple Trifle Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors that is caramel apple trifle, a dessert that combines the sweet and tangy notes of apples, the richness of caramel, and the delicate texture of cake. This layered masterpiece, often gracing special occasions or holiday gatherings, offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative variations that incorporate modern culinary techniques, there's a caramel apple trifle out there to suit every palate. So, embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of caramel apple trifles, exploring different recipes and techniques to help you create this delectable dessert that is sure to impress.

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CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



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Trifles are terrific desserts because they're made in advance and feed a crowd. This caramel-apple version appeals to kids of all ages. -Joanne Wright, Niles, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
4 cups chopped peeled tart apples (about 5 medium)
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon apple pie spice, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping, divided
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2 loaves (10-3/4 ounces each) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-inch cubes
Additional apple pie spice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the apples, walnuts, brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice. Cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until apples are tender. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1/2 cup caramel topping and remaining apple pie spice. Fold in 2 cups whipped topping. , In a 3-1/2-qt. trifle bowl or glass serving bowl, layer a third of the cake cubes, cream cheese mixture and apple mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with remaining whipped topping and drizzle with remaining caramel topping. Sprinkle with additional apple pie spice if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

COLOSSAL CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



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As a pastor's wife and state auxiliary leader, I host many large gatherings. Whenever I make this "punch bowl cake", it makes a big impression, I return with an empty bowl every time!" -Deborah Randall Abbeville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 42 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
6 cups cold milk
3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
2 cans (21 ounces each) apple pie filling
2 cartons (16 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , In a large bowl, whisk milk, pudding mixes and apple pie spice for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set., Cut one cake layer if necessary to fit evenly in an 8-qt. punch bowl. Poke holes in cake with a long wooden skewer; gradually pour a third of the caramel topping over cake. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans and spread with half of the pudding mixture. , Spoon one can of pie filling over pudding; spread with one carton of whipped topping., Top with remaining cake and repeat layers. Drizzle with remaining caramel topping and sprinkle with remaining pecans. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE BOX TRIFLE



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This trifle is apple pie filling, apple cake, and trifle dessert prepared in a rectangular box and great to take to a large gathering.

Provided by Becky Sue Miller

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Trifle Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix
3 (21 ounce) cans apple pie filling
3 eggs
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant French vanilla pudding mix
2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
2 ¼ cups caramel ice cream topping, divided
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted, divided
2 (8 ounce) containers frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, and lightly grease the paper.
  • Beat spice cake mix, 1 can apple pie filling, eggs, and vegetable oil with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes in a large bowl.
  • Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack. Slice in half horizontally to create two layers.
  • Whisk milk, cream, French vanilla pudding mix, butterscotch pudding mix, cinnamon, and nutmeg for 2 minutes in a large bowl. Transfer to refrigerator to chill.
  • Place one layer of cake in the bottom of a large 8-quart rectangular plastic container. Poke holes in the cake with a skewer or toothpick and pour 1 cup caramel ice cream topping over the top of the cake. Sprinkle 1/3 cup pecans over the caramel and spread half of the pudding mixture on top.
  • Spoon 1 can apple pie filling over pudding mixture and spread 1 container whipped topping over the filling. Place second cake layer on top of whipped topping and repeat the layering process.
  • Drizzle assembled trifle with remaining 1/4 cup caramel topping and sprinkle with remaining 1/3 cup pecans. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.7 calories, Carbohydrate 74 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 500.2 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



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This is a recipe I made using another one and adjusting to suit my needs for a cooking class. It's delicious and impressive!!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups milk
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (10 3/4 ounce) frozen pound cake, thawed
1/2 cup caramel topping
1/2 cup toffee pieces (or chopped pecans)
1 (21 ounce) can cinnamon and spice apple pie filling
16 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cut pound cake into small cubes.
  • Cut the apples in the filling into small pieces.
  • Place 1/2 of cake cubes in bottom of trifle dish, or large glass bowl.
  • Pour 1/4 cup caramel topping over cake.
  • Sprinkle with 1/4 cup toffee bits (or pecans).
  • Spread 1/2 of pudding mixture on top, making sides of trifle dish look pretty!
  • Spoon 1/2 of apple pie filling on top of pudding.
  • Spread half of whipped topping on top of apples.
  • Repeat layers: cake, caramel topping, toffee bits, pudding, apple pie filling, whipped topping.
  • Drizzle with additional caramel topping and toffee bits.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.8, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 387.2, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 26.9, Protein 4.1

COLOSSAL CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



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Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
6 cups cold milk
3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
teaspoon apple pie spice
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
2 cans (21 ounces each) apple pie filling
2 cartons (16 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. • In a large bowl, whisk milk, pudding mixes and apple pie spice for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. • Cut one cake layer if necessary to fit evenly in an 8-qt. punch bowl. Poke holes in cake with a long wooden skewer; gradually pour a third of the caramel topping over cake. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans and spread with half of the pudding mixture. • Spoon one can of pie filling over pudding; spread with one carton of whipped topping. • Top with remaining cake and repeat layers. Drizzle with remaining caramel topping and sprinkle with remaining pecans. Refrigerate until serving. Yield: 42 servings (3/4 cup each).

CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



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yummy for fall gatherings

Provided by Toni Mendenhall

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg yellow cake mix
6 c cold milk
3 pkg instant vanilla pudding mix ( large packages)
1 tsp apple pie spice
1 jar(s) caramel ice cream topping
1 1/2 c chopped pecans, toasted
2 can(s) apple pie filling
32 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  • 2. In a large bowl, whisk milk, pudding mixes and apple pie spice for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set.
  • 3. Cut one cake layer if necessary to fit evenly in an 8-qt. punch bowl.
  • 4. Poke holes in cake with a long wooden skewer; gradually pour a third of the caramel topping over cake.
  • 5. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans and spread with half of the pudding mixture.
  • 6. Spoon one can of pie filling over pudding; spread with one carton of whipped topping.
  • 7. Top with remaining cake and repeat layers. Drizzle with remaining caramel topping and sprinkle with remaining pecans.
  • 8. Refrigerate until serving.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp apples. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples are good choices for this recipe because they hold their shape well when baked.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the apples. They should be tender but still slightly firm.
  • Make sure the caramel sauce is cooled slightly before pouring it over the apples. If the sauce is too hot, it will melt the apples.
  • Chill the trifle for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the trifle to set.

Conclusion:

This caramel apple trifle is a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover apples, and it is also a crowd-pleaser. Whether you are serving it at a party or enjoying it at home with your family, this trifle is sure to be a hit.

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