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Mini Christmas Trifles

Mini Christmas Trifles Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
30 min chilling time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Layers:

  • 1 box vanilla or pound cake pre-baked or store-bought
  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla custard or pudding
  • 1 cup whipped cream plus extra for topping
  • 1 1/2 cups mixed berries strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce optional for festive flavor
  • 1/4 cup pistachios chopped, for garnish

For Decoration:

  • Red and green sprinkles
  • Fresh mint leaves optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the cake layer:

  • Cut the vanilla or pound cake into small cubes, about 1-inch in size. Set aside.

Layer the trifles:

  • In mini trifle glasses or small cups, start with a layer of cake cubes at the bottom.
  • Add a spoonful of vanilla custard or pudding on top of the cake layer.
  • Add a layer of mixed berries (you can also add a spoonful of cranberry sauce for a festive touch).
  • Add a layer of whipped cream.

Repeat the layers:

  • Repeat the process, adding another layer of cake, custard, berries, and whipped cream until the glasses are filled to the top.

Decorate the trifles:

  • Top each mini trifle with a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Garnish with chopped pistachios, red and green sprinkles, and fresh mint leaves for a Christmas-themed look.

Chill and serve:

  • Refrigerate the trifles for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

These Mini Christmas Trifles are a simple yet festive dessert perfect for the holidays, combining cake, creamy custard, berries, and whipped cream in a delightful layered treat!