GINGERBREAD TRIFLE

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If you love the flavor and the incredibly delicious smell of homemade gingerbread this recipe is a must to try! It is so rich with flavor and incredibly delicious paired with the custard or even lemon pudding which I used instead. I was pleasantly surprised at how many family members came back for seconds on this wonderful...

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 22

GINGERBREAD
1/2 c butter or margarine, softened
1/2 c firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1 c molasses
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 Tbsp ground ginger
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 c hot water
CUSTARD
1 1/3 c sugar
2/3 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
5 c milk
6 medium egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 Tbsp vanilla extract or dark rum
TOPPING AND GARNISH
2 c frozen whipped topping, thawed
4 (1.4-ounce) english toffee-flavored candy bars, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Beat butter at medium speed of an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses, mixing well.
  • 2. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients; add to butter mixture alternately with water, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed after each addition until blended. Pour batter into a greased 13" X 9" pan.
  • 3. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack. (Forgot to take a pic; will add next time I make this)
  • 4. For custard: Combine first 3 ingredients in a large heavy saucepan; whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Gradually stir about 1/4 of hot mixture into egg yolks; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Cool to room temperature. Assemble trifle, or cover and chill custard until ready for assembly. Yields: 5 cups.
  • 5. Cut gingerbread into cubes. Arrange one-third of gingerbread cubes in a 3-quart trifle bowl; top with 1/3 of custard. Repeat layers twice, ending with custard. Cover and chill under ready to serve. Before serving, spread whipped topping over trifle. Sprinkle with chopped candy bars. Yield: 10 -12 servings.
  • 6. A scoop of trifle for dessert.

Aphelele Ngema
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I'm not sure about the combination of gingerbread and pudding, but I'm willing to try it.


Rokeya Begum
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I'm not a big fan of trifle, but this one looks pretty good.


Imran Mahmud
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This trifle looks like it would be really good with a scoop of ice cream.


Pkm jr
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I love gingerbread! This trifle looks like the perfect holiday dessert.


SuperSkubaStevie
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I've never had gingerbread in a trifle before. This sounds interesting.


Rejina Rai
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I'm not sure what a trifle is, but this one looks delicious!


Ajmal Ali
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I'm going to make this trifle for my next party. It looks like it will be a crowd-pleaser.


Hira Hs
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This trifle looks complicated to make. I don't think I'll try it.


Asmail Khan
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I'm not sure about this trifle. I'm not a big fan of gingerbread.


Brandi Chatagnier
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This trifle looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Luv Amal
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I'm not a fan of gingerbread, but I thought this trifle was pretty good.


Boka Boka
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This trifle was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Shanzay cheema
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I made this trifle for my family and they loved it! It was a perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Haiderali Haiderali
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This trifle was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Mariza SMIT
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This trifle was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It was perfect for a holiday party.


Chrissy Hyden
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I'm not a fan of gingerbread, but I thought this trifle was pretty good. The pudding and whipped cream were delicious, and the gingerbread cake was moist and flavorful.


Nasim Sorder
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This trifle was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar in the gingerbread cake next time.


sharif zadgi
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I made this trifle for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and very festive. The gingerbread cake was a perfect base for the pudding and whipped cream.


Ayeshaa Arif
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This trifle was delicious! The gingerbread cake was moist and flavorful, and the pudding and whipped cream were light and fluffy. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Busi Mabaso
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This gingerbread trifle was a hit at my holiday party! The layers of gingerbread cake, pudding, and whipped cream were perfect, and the candied ginger added a nice touch of spice. I will definitely be making this again next year.