Caramel Apple Trifle
Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with this luscious Caramel Apple Trifle, a show-stopping combination of tender cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy vanilla pudding, and layers of moist pound cake. Drizzled with rich caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, and optional toasted pecans, this no-bake treat effortlessly blends cozy flavors and textures into every spoonful. Perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday celebrations, this easy-to-assemble trifle is ready in under 45 minutes and serves as a crowd-pleasing centerpiece. Whether you're looking for a stunning make-ahead dessert or a way to showcase seasonal apples, this decadent recipe will surely impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Caramel sauce
- 3.4 ounces Vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Whipped cream (or whipped topping)
- 1 loaf Pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.5 cup Crushed graham crackers
- 0.25 cup Pecans (optional, chopped and toasted)
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft but not mushy.
Stir in the vanilla extract, remove from heat, and let the apple mixture cool completely.
In a medium bowl, prepare the vanilla pudding by whisking the pudding mix with milk. Allow it to set in the refrigerator for 5 minutes or until firm.
While the pudding sets, cube the pound cake into 1-inch pieces.
In a trifle dish or individual serving glasses, begin layering: start with a layer of pound cake cubes, followed by a layer of cooked apples, a drizzle of caramel sauce, a layer of vanilla pudding, and a layer of whipped cream.
Repeat the layers until the dish is filled or the ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
Sprinkle crushed graham crackers and toasted pecans (if using) over the top for garnish.
Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for a finishing touch.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 305.3 g | 391% | |
| Saturated Fat | 180.1 g | 900% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 784 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 3354 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 664.5 g | 242% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.0 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 502.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.3 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1294 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2934 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
