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Mini Christmas Trifles

Decadent Mini Christmas Trifles for a Festive Delight

Enjoy these Mini Christmas Trifles, a delightful and festive dessert perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 trifles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 box Vanilla or Pound Cake Use pre-baked or store-bought
For the Custard
  • 1.5 cups Vanilla Custard or Pudding Chocolate pudding can be used for variety
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Extra for topping; non-dairy alternative is fine
For the Berries
  • 1.5 cups Mixed Berries Seasonal fruits may be substituted
For Extra Flavor
  • 0.5 cups Cranberry Sauce Optional for a festive touch
For the Crunch
  • 0.25 cups Chopped Pistachios Can substitute with walnuts or almonds
For Decoration
  • Red and Green Sprinkles For a festive look
For Garnish
  • Fresh Mint Leaves Optional for decoration

Equipment

  • Mini trifle glasses
  • Spoon
  • spatula
  • tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini Christmas Trifles
  1. Begin by cutting your pre-baked vanilla or pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Position your mini trifle glasses on a sturdy tray for easy assembly.
  3. Spoon approximately 3 to 4 tablespoons of vanilla custard or pudding over the cake layer in each glass.
  4. Take your vibrant mixed berries and add a generous layer atop the custard.
  5. Spoon a fluffy layer of whipped cream over the berries, ensuring a thick texture.
  6. Continue repeating the layers until your glasses are filled to the brim.
  7. Top each dessert with an extra dollop of whipped cream, then sprinkle chopped pistachios and festive sprinkles.
  8. Refrigerate your assembled Mini Christmas Trifles for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Mini Christmas Trifles are quick to prepare and can be customized easily to suit your taste. They serve well as a holiday treat.

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