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Christmas Tree Cake Trifle

Christmas Tree Cake Trifle

Delight in this fun and festive Christmas Tree Cake Trifle, combining layers of nostalgia and sweetness for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cakes and Fillings
  • 6 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup strawberries or raspberry preserves for fruity contrast
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles
  • red and green food coloring optional

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • whisk
  • trifle dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes. Chill until thickened.
  2. Slice the Christmas Tree Cakes horizontally into thinner layers. Set aside a few for decorating.
  3. In a trifle dish, layer pudding, sliced cakes, and whipped topping. Repeat the layers.
  4. Add red and green food coloring to layers if desired, and sprinkle festive sprinkles in between.
  5. Include strawberries or preserves for fruity contrast.
  6. Top with whipped topping, more sprinkles, powdered sugar, and reserved cakes.
  7. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 14g

Notes

To maintain quality, store the trifle covered in the fridge for up to three days. Avoid freezing to preserve texture.

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