Description:
A delightful twist on the classic banana split, this trifle layers all the favorite flavors of the original dessert in a beautiful, easy-to-serve dish. With layers of moist cake, creamy pudding, fresh fruits, and a sprinkle of chocolate, it’s a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 2 boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 can of crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 pint of fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup of chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 cup of chocolate syrup
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions. Allow it to cool completely, then cut it into small cubes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- To assemble the trifle, start by layering half of the cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle dish or a large glass bowl.
- Top the cake layer with half of the pudding, followed by a layer of sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, and sliced strawberries.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining cake, pudding, and fruits.
- Finish the trifle with a layer of whipped cream, chopped nuts (if using), a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries.
- Refrigerate the trifle for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 50g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 5g
(Note: Nutrition information is approximate and may vary depending on ingredients used.)