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Mini Christmas Trifles

Mini Christmas Trifles: A Festive Delight for Your Table

Mini Christmas Trifles are delightful layered desserts that combine fluffy whipped cream, soft cake, and vibrant mixed berries, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 trifles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 loaf Vanilla or Pound Cake Pre-baked or store-bought options save time!
For the Cream Layers
  • 1.5 cups Vanilla Custard or Pudding Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Plus extra for topping; fresh whipped cream is best for stability.
For the Berry Layers
  • 1.5 cups Mixed Berries Strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries; frozen if fresh is unavailable.
  • 0.5 cup Cranberry Sauce Optional for extra festive flavor.
For the Garnish
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Pistachios Provides delightful crunch; swap for any nuts you prefer.
  • Red and Green Sprinkles Enhance the festive look.
  • Fresh Mint Leaves Optional decorative garnish.

Equipment

  • Mini trifle glasses or small cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Cake: Cut your vanilla or pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Layer the Base: In mini trifle glasses, add a layer of cake cubes.
  3. Add the Custard/Pudding Layer: Spoon a layer of vanilla custard or pudding over the cake cubes.
  4. Incorporate the Berries: Add a layer of mixed berries atop the custard.
  5. Top with Whipped Cream: Add a layer of whipped cream over the berry layer.
  6. Repeat the Layering Process: Continue layering until cups are filled.
  7. Decorate the Top: Finish each trifle with whipped cream, pistachios, and sprinkles.
  8. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate trifles for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cake cubes are evenly cut for neat layers. Prepare custard ahead of time and refrigerate completed trifles to meld flavors.

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