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Christmas Tree Cake Trifle


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  • Author: annika
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and festive treat that combines fluffy cake, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped topping, making it perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 fluffy cake (vanilla or yellow)
  • 2 cups creamy vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
  • Food coloring (green and red)
  • Holiday decorations (sprinkles, edible glitter)
  • Fresh fruit (optional, like berries)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fluffy cake: Bake according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
  2. Make the pudding: Prepare vanilla pudding as directed in a separate bowl.
  3. Layer it up: In a trifle dish, layer pieces of cake, then pudding, and repeat.
  4. Color it festive: Add food coloring to the whipped topping and spread over the top layer.
  5. Decorate: Use holiday sprinkles and edible glitter; add fruit if desired.
  6. Chill it out: Refrigerate for at least 60 minutes before serving.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely to avoid sogginess. Consider using chocolate cake or adding peppermint for variations.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg