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Caramel Apple Trifle

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450
A delicious layered dessert combining caramelized apples, creamy pudding, whipped cream, and cake, perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

Fruits and Caramel

  • 5 medium apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp mix, peeled and diced)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Custard and Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pudding and Toppings

  • 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  • 2 cups cold whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar

Assembly

  • 1 loaf pound cake (about 10.75 oz, cut into cubes)
  • 3/4 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
  • extra caramel for drizzling

Instructions 

  • Cook apples with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until tender and caramelized.
  • Prepare vanilla pudding with milk and cinnamon, then chill.
  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  • Layer cake cubes, caramelized apples, pudding, and whipped cream in a trifle dish. Repeat layers and top with pecans and caramel drizzle.

Notes

For best results, prepare the components ahead of time and assemble just before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple