CRANBERRY-ORANGE TRIFLE

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I make this showstopper for many occasions, slightly changing-or adding-ingredients. I sometimes add toasted coconut between the layers. -Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 packages (12 ounces each) fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
CUSTARD:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups 2% milk
6 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
TRIFLE:
1 loaf (16 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Sweetened whipped cream and orange sections

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until berries pop and mixture is thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool completely., For custard, in a large saucepan, mix the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in milk. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot milk mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer to a clean bowl; stir in vanilla. Cool for 30 minutes. Press waxed paper onto surface of filling; refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour., To assemble, place half of the cake on the bottom of a 4-qt. trifle bowl or glass bowl; drizzle with 2 tablespoons orange liqueur. Layer with half of the cranberry mixture, 1/4 cup almonds and half of the custard. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Top with whipped cream and orange sections.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MNM 006
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This trifle was perfect! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Dave4246
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This trifle was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices to the cake and pudding next time.


Tennielle Mizzi
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This trifle was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more orange juice to the cake next time.


Rubin Limbu
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This trifle was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the pudding next time.


Aziah Wilson hernandez
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This trifle was so delicious! The cranberries and oranges were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Suman Khanal
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This trifle was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


NURUDEEN OWOLABI JIMOH
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This trifle was easy to make and it turned out so beautiful! I love the way the layers of cake, cranberries, and pudding look together. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Jeremy Barney
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This trifle was perfect! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Pabitra Sharma
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This trifle was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices to the cake and pudding next time.


Fg Jihad
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This trifle was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more orange juice to the cake next time.


Apple Jaman
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This trifle was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the pudding next time.


Judy
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but this trifle was delicious! The sweetness of the oranges balanced out the tartness of the cranberries perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Saimoon Raza
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This trifle was so easy to make and it turned out so beautiful! I love the combination of cranberries and oranges. It's the perfect dessert for a winter party.


Mrs Maria
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I made this trifle for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Zakeyo Salamanja
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This trifle was a huge hit at my holiday party! The layers of moist cake, tangy cranberries, and creamy orange pudding were perfect together. I will definitely be making this again.