Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Easy Cappuccino Trifle, a delightful twist on classic tiramisu without the alcohol! Perfect for coffee lovers, this Thanksgiving-approved dessert features layers of moist pound cake, creamy cappuccino pudding, and whipped topping, all topped with a dusting of chocolate and cinnamon. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 456.9 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating Be the first
Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu 52

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu

  1. Cut 1 pound of pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of milk and 2 tablespoons of instant coffee granules.
  4. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the coffee granules are completely dissolved.
  5. Pour 1 cup of the coffee milk mixture into a measuring cup and set aside.
  6. Add 1 (3.4 ounce) package of instant vanilla pudding mix to the remaining coffee milk mixture in the bowl.
  7. Whisk until the pudding mixture begins to thicken.
  8. Gently fold in 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping.
  9. To assemble the trifle, place 1/3 of the pound cake cubes into the bottom of a large trifle bowl or serving bowl.
  10. Pour 1/3 of the reserved coffee milk mixture evenly over the cake cubes.
  11. Top with 1/3 of the pudding mixture, pressing gently.
  12. Grate 1/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate over the pudding mixture.
  13. Repeat layers two more times, reserving the remaining grated chocolate for garnish.
  14. Reserve 1 cup of whipped topping and set aside.
  15. Spread the remaining whipped topping evenly over the entire top of the trifle, creating a smooth surface.
  16. Decorate by piping rosettes of the reserved whipped topping around the edge of the bowl.
  17. Grate the remaining chocolate in the center.
  18. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  19. For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

72g

Carbs

19g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu?

Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu?

Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu has approximately 456.9 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu?

The key ingredients for Easy Cappuccino Trifle Poor Man's Tiramisu are Frozen Pound Cake, Milk, Instant Coffee Granules, Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding And Pie Filling Mix, Frozen Whipped Topping, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review