Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Caramel Apple Trifle, a dessert that perfectly marries the warmth of autumn flavors with a visually stunning presentation. This no-bake treat features fluffy pound cake cubes, creamy vanilla pudding, sweet apple pie filling, and rich caramel sauce, all topped with whipped cream and crunchy pecans. Ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or festive celebrations, this trifle is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. With its combination of textures and flavors, each bite delivers a heavenly experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 frozen classic pound cakes (10.75 ounces each), cut into bite-size cubes
- 4 cups cold whole milk
- 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces each)
- 2 cans apple pie filling (21 ounces each)
- 1 container thawed whipped topping (8 ounces)
- 1 jar caramel sundae topping (12.25 ounces)
- 1 cup chopped pecans, divided
Instructions
- Slice both frozen pound cakes into small, even cubes suitable for layering. Reserve any extra cubes for another use.
- Add the cold whole milk to a mixing bowl. Sprinkle both packages of instant vanilla pudding mix over the milk. Using a handheld mixer on medium-low speed or a whisk, blend until the pudding begins to thicken.
- Arrange a layer of pound cake cubes on the bottom of a trifle bowl (approximately 3 quarts in capacity).
- Spread half of the prepared vanilla pudding mixture evenly over the pound cake cubes.
- Spoon one can of apple pie filling evenly over the pudding layer.
- Evenly drizzle half of the caramel sundae topping over the apple pie filling. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the chopped pecans on top.
- Repeat with a second layer of pound cake, adding the remaining vanilla pudding and second can of apple pie filling. Do not add the rest of the caramel or pecans yet. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Just before serving, spread the thawed whipped topping over the chilled trifle. Drizzle with remaining caramel topping and sprinkle with remaining chopped pecans.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of trifle (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg