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A Christmas trifle in a glass dish features layers of red and green cake, fluffy white frosting, and crumbled cake pieces on top, set against a white tiled background. A striped napkin and some marshmallows are partially visible nearby, adding to the festive charm.
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Christmas Trifle

Christmas Trifle is a delicious and impressive dessert. Start with a cake mix and layer with a cream cheese mixture for the best Christmas dessert.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $13.51, $1.69 per Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 box White Cake Mix
  • 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix
  • *Ingredients to prepare both of the cake mixes based on the package instructions.
  • Green Food Coloring
  • 1 box White Chocolate Pudding Mix 3.4 oz or Cheesecake flavor
  • 2 cups Cold Milk
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 16 oz Cool Whip divided

Instructions

  • Prepare 1 box white cake mix with the ingredients needed based on the package instructions. Add green food coloring until the batter reaches your desired shade of green. Bake the cake in a 9x13 pan according to the package instructions, then allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
  • Prepare 1 box red velvet cake mix with the ingredients needed based on the package instructions. Bake the cake in a 9x13 pan according to the package instructions, then allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
  • Crumble each cake and  reserve a small amount of the cake crumbles for the topping.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 box white chocolate pudding mix (3.4 ounces) and 2 cups cold milk for 2 minutes. Set the mixture aside.
  • Place 8 ounces softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium and beat for 1 minute until smooth.
  • Add the prepared pudding mixture to the cream cheese mixture and gently fold and stir until completely combined. Then fold in 8 ounces Cool Whip until no white streaks remain.
  • Place a layer of the red velvet cake crumbs in the bottom of a trifle dish or glass bowl.  Add just enough to cover the bottom of the pan.
  • Drizzle the white chocolate mixture over the cake cubes.  Making sure to cover the cake.
  • Top with the green cake crumbs and another layer of the pudding mixture.
  • Continue to layer the ingredients in the glass dish until you have used all the ingredients.
  • Top the trifle with the remaining cool whip and reserved cake crumbs.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in a covered airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 866kcal | Carbohydrates: 139g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 1137mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 87g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Calcium: 387mg | Iron: 4mg
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