Citrus Trifle Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant Citrus Trifle, a sensational dessert brimming with flavor! Imagine layers of moist blood orange cake (infused with the unique tangy-sweetness of blood orange juice – notes of strawberry and raspberry!), juicy strawberries, luscious raspberry preserves, creamy pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. This recipe is easily adaptable for a lighter treat using light or fat-free alternatives. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 435.9 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Trifle

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How to Make Citrus Trifle

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Juice one large blood orange, yielding approximately 1/2 cup of juice. If you have less, add water to reach the 1/2 cup mark.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) of white cake mix, 1 large egg, and the 1/2 cup blood orange juice/water mixture. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.
  4. Pour batter into a greased 8x8 inch or 9-inch round baking pan.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before crumbling.
  7. While the cake is baking and cooling, prepare the vanilla pudding according to package directions using 3 cups of milk. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  8. Clean and hull 1 pint of fresh strawberries. Slice into quarters.
  9. In a medium bowl, gently combine the quartered strawberries with 1/2 cup of raspberry preserves.
  10. Assemble the trifle: In a trifle bowl or large glass serving dish, layer half of the crumbled cake.
  11. Top with half of the chilled pudding, half of the strawberry mixture, and half of 1 (8 oz) container of whipped topping.
  12. Repeat layers with remaining cake, pudding, strawberries, and whipped topping.
  13. Garnish with fresh strawberries and/or thinly sliced blood orange segments. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

203g

Fat

45g

Carbs

23g

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