Apples N’ Spice Cake Trifle 🍎🍰
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this sensational Apples N’ Spice Cake Trifle! Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy autumn evenings, this trifle boasts layers of moist cake, luscious pudding, and spiced apple goodness. Fear not, for this recipe is a breeze to whip up, even for kitchen novices. Originally featured in the Taste of Home Magazine, it’s been a beloved treat since 1999.
Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) vanilla pudding mix
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) whipped topping mix
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 337
- Fat: 16.6g
- Saturated Fat: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 52.1mg
- Sodium: 309.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 44.2g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 25.4g
- Protein: 4.5g
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | In a mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, applesauce, eggs, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined. |
| 3 | Pour the batter into a greased 13×9 baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 4 | Allow the cake to cool completely. |
| 5 | While the cake is baking, in a saucepan, combine the apple pie filling, butter, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Heat until the butter is melted, stirring well to blend the ingredients. |
| 6 | Let the apple mixture cool. |
| 7 | In another mixing bowl, combine the milk, vanilla pudding mix, whipped topping mix, and the remaining ground cinnamon. Beat on high speed for about 5 minutes until thick. Allow it to stand for an additional 5 minutes. |
| 8 | Spread 1/3 of the apple mixture into the bottom of a trifle bowl. |
| 9 | Cut the cooled cake into cubes and place half of them over the apple mixture in the trifle bowl. |
| 10 | Top the cake layer with half of the whipped topping/pudding mixture and sprinkle with 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts. |
| 11 | Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining whipped topping/pudding mixture. |
| 12 | Sprinkle the top with additional walnuts and any desired bits of chocolate, chips, or chopped candy bars. |
| 13 | Cover the trifle bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. |
Serving Suggestions:
This Apples N’ Spice Cake Trifle is a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive holiday gathering or a cozy family dinner. Serve it chilled and watch as your guests delight in every spoonful of its heavenly layers. Enjoy the warm flavors of fall in every bite! 🍂🥄
