SIMPLE SUMMER TRIFLE

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This fresh, surprisingly light dessert is great for warm summer days and brunches, but even at Christmas, it's bright colors and summer flavors are a welcome and refreshing delight!

Provided by Sarah Farrand

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg small strawberry jello
1 prepared angel food cake, cut into cubes
1 c mashed strawberries combined w/ 1 tsp sugar
2 c sliced strawberries
1 c sliced bananas
8 oz can pineapple chunks in juice
2 c milk
1 pkg small instant vanilla pudding mix
8 oz cool whip, thawed
2 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve strawberry Jello in 1 c boiling water. Add 1 c cold water. Refrigerate in a shallow dish for 1 hour until slightly thickened. Toss banana slices with 1/4 c of the pineapple juice from the can. Set aside. Chop pineapple chunks if desired.
  • 2. While the Jello is setting up, start your trifle layers. Place half of the cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle dish. Put half of the mashed strawberries and sliced strawberries on top. Add half of the bananas and half of the pineapple pieces next. Spoon half of the prepared Jello on top. Refrigerate trifle for 20-30 minutes.
  • 3. In a small bowl, whisk the pudding mix with the milk for 2 minutes. Let sit for 2 minutes to thicken. Spread half of the pudding on the trifle. Repeat all layers - cake, strawberries (mashed and sliced), bananas, pineapple, Jello, and pudding. Top with Cool Whip. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving. *Optionally, you may add 1/4 c toasted slivered almonds to the top when serving.

Natalia G
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This trifle was a disappointment. The cake was dry and the filling was bland.


GEOFFREY OYARO Nyameyio
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This trifle is delicious and easy to make. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Mdu Philips
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I've made this trifle several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a summer potluck.


Annalisa Timoan
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This trifle is a great way to use up leftover cake and berries.


Amos Armando
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my trifle didn't turn out very well. The cake was dry and the filling was too runny.


Yousef Elgazar
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This trifle was easy to make and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.


Imroz sultanm
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I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients for this trifle, but it was worth it in the end. It was absolutely delicious.


Leko Ngubane
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This trifle was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Ubaidawan Awan
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I'm not a big fan of trifles, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Gordon Wesley
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This trifle is so beautiful and festive. It's perfect for a special occasion.


pasindu madushan
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I love how easy this trifle is to make. It's the perfect dessert for a busy weeknight.


mirian ejide
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This trifle was delicious! The combination of berries, whipped cream, and cake was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul ghani Palijo 8
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I've made this trifle twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for a summer party because it's light and refreshing.


Sharon Martin
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This trifle was a hit at my summer party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the presentation was beautiful.