Turtle Trifle Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Turtle Trifle, a stunning dessert inspired by Southern Living Magazine's December 2006 issue. This recipe takes a shortcut with a thawed frozen pecan pie (or make your own! Find a favorite recipe online!), layering it with creamy mascarpone, rich chocolate, and crunchy pecans for an unforgettable flavor combination. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 562.7 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Turtle Trifle

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How to Make Turtle Trifle

  1. In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese, 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer (using the whisk attachment) for 2-3 minutes, or until smooth and firm.
  2. Place half of the cubed, thawed frozen pecan pie (approximately 2 cups) in the bottom of a 4-quart trifle dish or tall, clear glass bowl.
  3. Spread half of the whipped mascarpone mixture evenly over the pie cubes.
  4. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of chocolate fudge topping and 1/2 cup of caramel topping.
  5. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  6. Repeat layers: pie cubes, whipped cream, chocolate fudge, caramel, and pecans.
  7. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours, to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

61g

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Turtle Trifle?

Turtle Trifle takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Turtle Trifle?

Turtle Trifle has approximately 562.7 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 52 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Turtle Trifle?

The key ingredients for Turtle Trifle are Mascarpone Cheese, Whipping Cream, Vanilla Extract, Pecan Pie, Chocolate Fudge Topping, Caramel Topping. See the full list with measurements above.

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