Gingerbread Trifle

Name: Gingerbread Trifle
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 4 h 20 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 c. heavy cream, very cold; 1/4 c. granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon; 2 (3.4 oz.) boxes vanilla pudding mix, prepared according to package instructions; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 2 c. caramel sauce; 2 c. crushed gingerbread cookies; 8 whole gingerbread cookies

By Lauren MiyashiroUpdated: Nov 18, 2024

Approved by the Delish Test Kitchen

3.5

2 Ratings

PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Yields:

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

4 hrs 20 mins

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preview for Bring The Holiday Cheer With This Gingerbread Trifle

Trifles are a perfect holiday dessert showstopper. They're relatively easy to make (the primary effort is in the layering), and always stand out in a holiday spread. We have our fair share of favorite recipes, from Biscoff to triple-chocolate, but during the holidays this gingerbread trifle is a forever favorite. Whether you just can't get enough of that warming and spiced ginger flavor or have extra gingerbread cookies that you need to use up, this trifle is the perfect way to shake up your holiday dessert game—no oven required.

The pudding:
For the pudding layer, you can get a bit creative. We chose to add nutmeg and ground ginger to up the warming, spiced vibes, but if you prefer to leave it plain vanilla, you can totally do that!

Make ahead:
This dessert is perfect for party planning because it's ideal made ahead. I recommend refrigerating for at least 3 hours, but you can go up to overnight if you have the time.

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Ingredients

2 cups
heavy cream, very cold
1/4 cup
granulated sugar
1/2 tsp.
vanilla extract
1/4 tsp.
ground cinnamon
2
(3.4 oz.) boxes vanilla pudding mix, prepared according to package instructions
1/4 tsp.
nutmeg
1/4 tsp.
ground ginger
2 cups
caramel sauce
2 cups
crushed gingerbread cookies
8
whole gingerbread cookies

Directions

1. Step 1Make whipped cream. Combine heavy cream, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon in a large bowl. Beat on high until stiff peaks form.
2. Step 2Make pudding mixture, adding nutmeg and ground ginger.
3. Step 3Crumble gingerbread into the bottom of a trifle dish. Pour 1/2 of the pudding mixture over the gingerbread. Drizzle caramel on top then add a layer of whipped topping. Line the sides of the trifle dish with whole gingerbread cookies. Repeat with the remaining gingerbread, pudding, and whipped topping. Sprinkle of the top with crushed gingerbread cookies, if desired.
4. Step 4Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or up to overnight.