Eggnog Trifle
Indulge in the festive flavors of the holiday season with this layered Eggnog Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Combining rich, creamy eggnog custard, pillowy whipped cream, and cubes of tender cake soaked in a hint of dark rum or brandy, this trifle is the epitome of holiday decadence. With a sprinkle of ground nutmeg and a garnish of crushed gingerbread cookies for a delightful crunch, this no-bake recipe comes together effortlessly in just 30 minutes. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, this make-ahead dessert ensures every bite is infused with the warm, spiced essence of the holidays. Serve chilled and watch it disappear—it's the ultimate treat for eggnog lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Eggnog
- 1 packet (3.4 oz) Vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups Whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 8 cups (cubed) Cake (e.g., pound cake or sponge cake)
- 2 tablespoons Dark rum or brandy (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Crushed gingerbread cookies (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggnog and vanilla pudding mix until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes). Chill this mixture in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whip the cold whipping cream using a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until soft peaks form.
Reserve about 1/3 of the whipped cream for the top layer and gently fold the remaining whipped cream into the chilled eggnog pudding mixture. This creates your eggnog custard.
If using dark rum or brandy, lightly drizzle it over the cake cubes to soak them. Avoid over-soaking to prevent the cake from becoming too soggy.
In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, begin assembling the trifle. Start with a layer of cake cubes, followed by a layer of eggnog custard, and then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the process until the dish is full, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
Sprinkle the ground nutmeg over the top layer for festive flavor, and if desired, garnish with crushed gingerbread cookies for added crunch and holiday flair.
Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, flavorful holiday dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 483.8 g | 620% | |
| Saturated Fat | 283.0 g | 1415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1932 mg | 644% | |
| Sodium | 6783 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1155.8 g | 420% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 752.4 g | ||
| Protein | 120.1 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 53% | |
| Calcium | 1067 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 31.5 mg | 175% | |
| Potassium | 2708 mg | 58% | |
*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.
