Christmas Trifle Dessert Recipe

Introduction

This Christmas Trifle Dessert is a festive and colorful treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Layers of red velvet and green-tinted white cake combined with a creamy filling make it both delicious and visually appealing. It’s easy to assemble and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 white box cake mix (prepared according to box directions)
• 1 red velvet box cake mix (prepared according to box directions)
• Green food coloring (10 drops)
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 8 ounce tub whipped topping

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350º Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cakes.
2. Step 2: Follow the box directions to prepare both the white and red velvet cake mixes in separate bowls.
3. Step 3: Add 10 drops of green food coloring into the prepared white cake mix and mix thoroughly until the batter is evenly green.
4. Step 4: Grease two 9×13 inch cake pans. Pour the green (white cake mix) batter into one and the red velvet batter into the other.
5. Step 5: Bake both cakes in the preheated oven for 23-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Step 6: Remove cakes from the oven and let them cool completely before handling.
7. Step 7: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped topping. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
8. Step 8: Crumble each cooled cake into separate bowls. Reserve about 1/4 cup of crumbs from each for topping the dessert later.
9. Step 9: In a trifle bowl or large glass dish, layer the crumbled cakes alternately with the cream filling. Start with one color of cake crumbs, then add a layer of cream, followed by the other color, repeating until ingredients are used.
10. Step 10: Sprinkle the reserved cake crumbs on top as a decorative finish. Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.

Tips & Variations

• Use homemade cake batter instead of box mixes for a fresher flavor.
• Try substituting the cream filling with mascarpone cheese blended with powdered sugar for a richer taste.
• Add fresh berries between layers for extra texture and color.
• If you prefer, layer the trifle in individual glasses for single servings.

Storage

Store the trifle covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, consume within this timeframe. If left for longer, the cake may become too soft. When ready to serve, you can let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for a softer cream texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this trifle ahead of time?

Yes, this trifle actually benefits from chilling for at least an hour before serving, allowing the flavors to meld. It can be prepared up to a day in advance and refrigerated.

What can I substitute for the whipped topping?

You can use homemade whipped cream or chilled heavy cream whipped with a little sugar as a substitute for the whipped topping.

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This festive Christmas Trifle Dessert combines vibrant layers of green-tinted white cake and classic red velvet cake with a smooth cream cheese and whipped topping filling. Baked cakes are crumbled and layered to create a beautiful and delicious holiday treat that is both visually stunning and perfect for sharing. Refrigerated before serving, this trifle melds flavors and offers a delightful creamy, fluffy texture with colorful bursts of cake.

• Author: luca
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Cakes

• 1 white box cake mix (prepared according to box directions)
• 1 red velvet box cake mix (prepared according to box directions)
• Green food coloring (10 drops)

For the Cream Filling

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 8 ounce tub whipped topping

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cakes, ensuring an even bake.
2. Prepare Cake Mixes: Follow the box directions carefully to prepare both the white and red velvet cake mixes separately, mixing each into batter.
3. Create Green Layer: Add 10 drops of green food coloring into the prepared white cake batter and mix thoroughly until the batter is evenly colored green.
4. Transfer to Pans: Grease two 9×13 inch cake pans. Pour the green white cake batter into one pan and the red velvet batter into the other, spreading evenly.
5. Bake Cakes: Bake both cakes in the preheated 350º F oven for 23-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
6. Cool Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in their pans before handling to prevent crumbling or breaking.
7. Prepare Cream Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped topping. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniformly blended.
8. Crumble Cakes: Once cooled, crumble each cake into separate bowls. Reserve about 1/4 cup of crumbs from each color for topping the final dessert.
9. Assemble Trifle: In a trifle bowl or large clear glass dish, alternate layers starting with one color of crumbled cake, then a layer of cream filling, followed by the other color of cake crumbs. Continue layering until all ingredients are used.
10. Top and Chill: Sprinkle the reserved cake crumbs evenly on top as a festive decorative finish. Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.

Notes

• Use freshly baked cakes cooled completely to avoid melting the cream filling.
• For extra festivity, consider adding chopped nuts or holiday sprinkles between layers.
• Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
• This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
• If preferred, substitute whipped topping with freshly whipped cream for a lighter texture.

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