Easy Mini Christmas Trifles: Layers of Holiday Cheer

Delightful Mini Christmas Trifles are festive dessert layers of cream, cake, and berries that bring holiday cheer.

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Prep Time 30

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer

1 loaf Vanilla or Pound Cake Store-bought or homemade options work well.

For the Creaminess

2 cups Vanilla Custard or Pudding Dairy-free option available.
1 cup Whipped Cream Dairy-free whipped topping is a great alternative.

For the Fresh Flavor

2 cups Mixed Berries (Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries) Any seasonal fruit can be substituted.
1/2 cup Cranberry Sauce Optional, for festive tartness.

For the Crunch

1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios For garnish.

For the Finishing Touch

2 tablespoons Red and Green Sprinkles Enhances visual appeal.
1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

Mini glasses or dessert cups

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by cutting the vanilla or pound cake into 1-inch cubes, creating a sturdy base for your Mini Christmas Trifles. Arrange the cake cubes neatly on a plate.
In your mini glasses or dessert cups, start building the layers of your trifle. First, place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of each glass.
Spoon in a layer of vanilla custard or pudding on top, followed by mixed berries.
Dollop a generous amount of whipped cream over the berries and spread it evenly.
Continue stacking the layers: another layer of cake cubes, custard, mixed berries, and whipped cream.
Top each dessert with whipped cream, sprinkle chopped pistachios, and add festive sprinkles.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed chilled and can be customized with various fruits and flavors.

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