Watermelon Creme Trifle Recipe

This refreshing Watermelon Creme Trifle is the perfect summer dessert! A crowd-pleasing recipe, it's easy to make and incredibly delicious. First made for a 4th of July celebration in 2003, this recipe has become a family favorite. The creamy layers of vanilla pudding, cool whip, and juicy watermelon are a delightful combination. Chill and enjoy this light and flavorful treat on a hot summer day!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 355 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Watermelon Creme Trifle

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How to Make Watermelon Creme Trifle

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup plain yogurt, ½ cup milk, and 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix.
  2. Beat with an electric mixer until the pudding is thick and creamy.
  3. Reserve 1 cup of cool whip for garnish. Gently fold the remaining 8 ounces of cool whip into the pudding mixture.
  4. To assemble the trifle, spread half of the pudding and cool whip mixture in the bottom of a trifle bowl or large glass serving dish.
  5. Arrange half of the sliced pound cake (approximately 4-6 slices, depending on size) on top of the pudding mixture.
  6. Top with half of the cubed watermelon (approximately 3 cups).
  7. Repeat layers: pudding mixture, pound cake, and watermelon.
  8. Garnish with the reserved 1 cup of cool whip.
  9. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) before serving for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

117g

Fat

43g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Watermelon Creme Trifle?

Watermelon Creme Trifle takes about 170 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 140 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Watermelon Creme Trifle?

Watermelon Creme Trifle has approximately 355 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Watermelon Creme Trifle?

The key ingredients for Watermelon Creme Trifle are Lemon Yogurt, Milk, French Vanilla Instant Pudding, Cool Whip, Frozen Pound Cake, Watermelon. See the full list with measurements above.

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