Christmas Trifle Dessert

Christmas Trifle Dessert 

A fun, layered holiday dessert with red velvet cake, green-and-white cake, and a rich, creamy filling that tastes like a cheesecake cloud.

Ingredients

For the Cakes

• 1 box white cake mix, prepared per package directions
• 1 box red velvet cake mix, prepared per package directions
• Green food coloring (about 8–12 drops)

Creamy Filling

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed

Optional Garnishes

• Christmas sprinkles
• Crushed candy canes
• White chocolate curls
• Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Bake the Cakes

1. Prepare the white cake mix according to the box.
2. Before baking, divide the batter in half.
3. Leave one half white, and tint the second half green using 8–12 drops of green food coloring.
4. Bake the white and green batters in separate pans (or one pan, swirling colors—your choice).
5. Bake the red velvet cake per package instructions.
6. Let all cakes cool completely, then crumble them into chunks or cubes.

2. Make the Creamy Filling

1. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until creamy.
3. Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined.

3. Assemble the Trifle

In a large trifle dish (or individual cups):

1. Add a layer of red velvet cake pieces.
2. Spoon a layer of creamy filling over the cake.
3. Add a layer of green cake pieces.
4. Add another layer of cream filling.
5. Add the white cake pieces.
6. Repeat until the dish is full, ending with cream on top.

4. Decorate

Top with:

• Christmas sprinkles
• Crushed peppermint
• Whipped cream
• White chocolate curls

Chill

Refrigerate for 2–4 hours before serving so the layers set.

Tips

• For extra flavor, brush cake layers lightly with vanilla syrup.
• Add chopped strawberries or raspberries for a fruity twist.
• Can be made one day ahead—it gets even better!