Description
This Tiramisu Trifle is an effortless twist on the classic Italian dessert, perfect for potlucks or when you crave a quick, impressive treat. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa powder come together in a delightful, no-bake dessert.
1. Classic Berry Trifle
Ingredients:
• 1 pound cake, cubed
• 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 2 cups vanilla pudding
• 2 cups whipped cream
• Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions:
1. Place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of the glass bowl.
2. Add a layer of vanilla pudding on top.
3. Spread a layer of mixed berries.
4. Add a layer of whipped cream.
5. Repeat layers until the bowl is full.
6. Top with fresh berries and chill for 1–2 hours before serving.
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2. Chocolate Trifle
Ingredients:
• 1 chocolate cake, cut into pieces
• 3 cups chocolate pudding
• 2 cups whipped cream
• ½ cup chocolate shavings
Instructions:
1. Layer chocolate cake pieces at the base.
2. Add chocolate pudding and spread evenly.
3. Spoon whipped cream on top.
4. Repeat cake, pudding, and cream layers.
5. Finish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
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3. Lemon Raspberry Trifle
Ingredients:
• 1 lemon pound cake, cubed
• 2 cups raspberries
• 1½ cups lemon curd
• 2 cups whipped cream
• Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions:
1. Lay lemon cake cubes in the bottom of the bowl.
2. Add a layer of lemon curd.
3. Sprinkle raspberries over it.
4. Add whipped cream and smooth the top.
5. Repeat all layers.
6. Garnish with extra raspberries and lemon zest.
7. Chill 1 hour before serving.
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4. Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
Ingredients:
• 1 vanilla cake, cubed
• 3 cups sliced strawberries
• 2 cups vanilla pudding
• 2 cups whipped cream
Instructions:
1. Add vanilla cake cubes as the base layer.
2. Add vanilla pudding on top.
3. Add sliced strawberries.
4. Spread whipped cream.
5. Continue layering until full.
6. Decorate with fresh strawberries and refrigerate.
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5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Trifle
Ingredients:
• 1 brownie mix baked and cut
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 3 cups chocolate pudding
• 2 cups whipped cream
• Crushed peanuts or chocolate pieces (optional)
Instructions:
1. Place brownie chunks at the bottom.
2. Spread chocolate pudding over them.
3. Warm the peanut butter slightly and drizzle over the pudding layer.
4. Add whipped cream.
5. Repeat layers (brownie → pudding → peanut butter → cream).
6. Top with crushed peanuts or chocolates.
7. Chill 1–2 hours for best texture.
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6. Tiramisu Trifle
Ingredients:
• 2 cups ladyfinger cookies
• 1½ cups espresso (cooled)
• 2 cups whipped cream
• ½ cup coffee liqueur (optional)
• Cocoa powder for topping
Instructions:
1. Dip ladyfingers in espresso (and liqueur if using).
2. Arrange them as the base layer.
3. Spread whipped cream on top.
4. Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers.
5. Add whipped cream again.
6. Dust with cocoa powder.
7. Chill 2 hours before serving to allow full flavor.
