Best 6 Luscious Apple Trifle Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of apple trifles! A mouthwatering dessert that spells elegance, this treat will elevate any occasion. From family gatherings to dinner parties, this classic dish is sure to impress. With its multiple layers of creamy custard, delightful cake, and fresh apple bits, the luscious apple trifle is a true culinary work of art. Its flavors and textures harmoniously blend to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LUSCIOUS APPLE TRIFLE



Luscious Apple Trifle image

"I created this dessert using ingredients I had on hand," remarks Danette Bass of Hillrose, Colorado. "I brought it to a carry-in dinner at our church, and it was the first dessert to go."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cold milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 loaf-shaped angel food cake (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) butterscotch ice cream topping
3 medium red apples, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; beat in pudding. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping., In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer a third of the cake cubes, 1/3 cup butterscotch topping, a third of the apples, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and a third of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with remaining whipped topping. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CARAMEL APPLE TRIFLE



Caramel Apple Trifle image

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.

LUSCIOUS APPLE TRIFLE



Luscious Apple Trifle image

I created this dessert using ingredients I had on hand, remarks Danette Bass of Hillrose, Colorado. I brought it to a carry-in dinner at our church, and it was the first dessert to go.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cold milk
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 (10.75 ounce) loaf angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (12 ounce) jar butterscotch ice cream topping
3 medium red apples, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; beat in pudding. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
  • In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer a third of the cake cubes, 1/3 cup butterscotch topping, a third of the apples, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and a third of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with remaining whipped topping. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 479.4 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

LUSCIOUS APPLE TRIFLE



Luscious Apple Trifle image

I created this dessert using ingredients I had on hand, remarks Danette Bass of Hillrose, Colorado. I brought it to a carry-in dinner at our church, and it was the first dessert to go.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cold milk
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 (10.75 ounce) loaf angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (12 ounce) jar butterscotch ice cream topping
3 medium red apples, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; beat in pudding. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
  • In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer a third of the cake cubes, 1/3 cup butterscotch topping, a third of the apples, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and a third of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with remaining whipped topping. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 479.4 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

PEANUTTY APPLE TRIFLE DESSERT



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Delicious no-bake dessert. Apples, peanut butter, and graham cracker with sweet cream; who in there right mind could pass this up; especially presented in a fancy glass trifle bowl! (you can buy these bowls for less than $10.00) I will follow in future with more recipes you can use in this bowl. This is great for showers, picnics, bizarres at-work parties or family holiday dinner

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
2 (21 ounce) cans apple pie filling
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In bowl, combine cracker crumbs, brown sugar, 1/2 cup peanut butter and butter and spoon 1/2 of mixture into 3 qt bowl.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smoothed and fold in the whipped topping.
  • Spread 1/2 of this mixture into the trifle bowl or deep dish bowl.
  • Top w/one can apple pie filling.
  • Then combine powdered sugar, cinnamon and the remaining peanut butter until crumbly and sprinkle half over pie filling.
  • Repeat the layers and refrigerate until serving.

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

Tips:

  • Choose firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.
  • Peel and slice the apples thinly and evenly so that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the apples. They should be tender but still have a little bit of bite.
  • Use a good quality custard or pudding for the filling.
  • Make the trifle a day ahead so that the flavors have time to meld.
  • Serve the trifle chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Apple trifle is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With its layers of apples, custard or pudding, and whipped cream, apple trifle is a delicious and elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

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