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Easter Trifle Dessert

Easter Trifle Dessert

Easter Trifle Dessert is a colorful and delightful make-ahead treat, perfect for celebrating the holiday with friends and family.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White or Yellow Cake Mix Can use homemade.
  • 3 large Eggs As per cake mix instructions.
  • 1/3 cup Oil As per cake mix instructions.
  • 1 cup Water As per cake mix instructions.
  • 5 drops Pink Food Coloring
  • 5 drops Yellow Food Coloring
  • 5 drops Green Food Coloring
  • 5 drops Blue Food Coloring
For the Pudding Layer
  • 2 boxes Instant Vanilla or White Chocolate Pudding Mix Can substitute with lemon flavor.
  • 2 cups Cold Whole Milk For best richness.
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces Whipped Topping Or fresh whipped cream stabilized with powdered sugar.
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Eggs For decoration.
  • 1/4 cup Pastel Sprinkles Optional.
  • 1/4 cup Edible Flowers For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • Whisk
  • Baking Pans
  • Trifle Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pans.
  2. Divide the cake batter into four bowls and add food coloring to each.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes and cool completely.
  4. Mix the instant pudding with cold milk and refrigerate until thickened.
  5. Cut the cooled cake into cubes and layer in a trifle dish with pudding and whipped topping.
  6. Garnish with mini chocolate eggs, sprinkles, and edible flowers just before serving.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the trifle 4-8 hours before serving for optimal flavor and texture. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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