Description
A show-stopping holiday dessert featuring moist red velvet cake, silky cheesecake filling, and fluffy whipped cream — all layered into one irresistible trifle. Perfect for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any celebration that deserves a little extra love!
Ingredients
- For the Cake
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1 box red velvet cake mix (or homemade / gluten-free red velvet)
- For the Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened (dairy-free works too)
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1/2 cup powdered sugar (or sugar-free alternative)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Whipped Topping
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1/2 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free/coconut whipped topping)
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1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional)
- For Garnish
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Fresh berries (optional) — strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
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Chocolate shavings or extra crumbled cake
- Equipment
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Mixing bowls
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Electric mixer
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Rubber spatula
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Glass trifle dish or clear serving bowl
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake
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Bake the red velvet cake according to package instructions or your homemade recipe.
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Allow the cake to cool completely, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling (≈ 2 minutes)
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In a mixing bowl, beat:
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cream cheese
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powdered sugar
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vanilla extract
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Mix until smooth, creamy, and lump-free.
3. Whip the Cream (≈ 2 minutes)
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Chill your bowl and beaters for best results.
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Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Fold in powdered sugar if desired for added sweetness.
4. Assemble the Trifle ❤️🍰
In a glass dish, layer in this order:
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Red velvet cake cubes
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Cheesecake filling
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Whipped cream
Repeat layers until the dish is full, finishing with a fluffy swirl of whipped cream.
5. Garnish & Chill (≈ 1 hour)
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Add fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or extra cake crumbs on top.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the flavors meld and layers firm up.
Serve & Enjoy!
A rich, festive, and crowd-pleasing dessert that looks gorgeous and tastes even better.