A Collection of 12 Delicious Holiday Trifles to Impress Your Guests
When it comes to holiday confections to impress, nothing can beat the gorgeous presentation of a beautifully layered trifle! This collection of 12 Holiday Trifles has a flavour combination for every dessert lover, from chocolate overload to vanilla simplicity and everything in between!
The Lord Byron’s 12 Holiday Trifles Series
At the end of September, I shared the first recipe in my first annual holiday dessert series of 2024. That series was called Lord Byron’s 12 Holiday Trifles Series. It was a holiday series much like the many I have shared over the past few years. I published one recipe each day for 12 consecutive days, and just like when each series ends, I’m placing all of the recipes from that series into one post.
The Benefits of Having All Recipes in One Place
I do this because it’s easy to miss a recipe, especially when there are 12 of them day after day. Not everyone has time to check out a recipe every day. And, not everyone who reads my recipes has subscribed to my blog. Lastly, rather than having you search for each of the recipes, it’s easier just to scroll down one page and see them all at once.
The 12 Holiday Trifles
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1. Red Berry Profiterole Trifle
Profiteroles are a super light and airy choux pastry filled with cream, which makes them perfect for a decadent, rich, gorgeous Red Berry Profiterole Trifle! Any red berries will do here, but I love the sparkle of pomegranates and red currants paired with plump, fresh raspberries and strawberries. This is a super impressive dessert that is extremely easy to prepare! Check Out The Recipe
2. Spiced Eggnog Trifle
Starting with a homemade eggnog-infused, holiday rum cake, this Spiced Eggnog Trifle is layered with an eggnog cream cheese rum filling and candied mixed nuts. Drizzled with a thick, sweet caramel sauce, this trifle is sure to be a hit! Optionally, this recipe easily converts to a rum-free version too! Check Out The Recipe
3. Toasted Coconut Trifle
For all of my fellow coconut aficionados, this one is for you! Prepared with toasted coconut, coconut pound cake, and coconut cream filling, you’re sure to get your coconut fix with a big bite of this Toasted Coconut Trifle! One of the easiest desserts to prepare, but with gorgeous presentation results! Check Out The Recipe
4. Mary Margaret’s Trifle
Mary Margaret’s Trifle is a simple, rustic, uncomplicated dessert comprised of three layers. Starting with a pound cake layer where the cake is soaked in raspberry jello, followed by a thick layer of custard and topped with freshly prepared whipped cream. Check Out The Recipe
5. Pumpkin Toffee Crunch Trifle
This Pumpkin Toffee Crunch version draws inspiration from the classic English trifle and adds a North American twist by infusing many familiar pumpkin spices and flavours. Less than thirty minutes from start to finish, this no-bake trifle uses store-bought prepared ingredients to make the most delicious and swoon-worthy dessert! Check Out The Recipe
6. Mom’s Jelly Roll Trifle
Mom’s Jelly Roll Trifle starts with a store-bought raspberry jelly roll that is sliced and layered with raspberry jello, custard, fruit cocktail, and dream whip. This uncomplicated dessert, with its humble beginnings, is how I remember my mom’s deliciously satisfying Sunday trifle. Check Out The Recipe
7. White Winter Trifle
Everyone dreams of a white Christmas, or at least I do! If mother nature fails to deliver, one can always find comfort in a delicious, light, and fluffy dessert like this White Winter Trifle! Layers of angel food cake and homemade white chocolate whipped cream combine to make the most purely elegant treat! Check Out The Recipe
8. Hazelnut Chocolate Trifle
The combination of really good chocolate and hazelnuts can’t be beaten, which is why pairing the two together in this Hazelnut Chocolate Trifle makes perfect sense! Layering chocolate marble cake, hazelnut chocolate spread, hazelnut chocolates, and chocolate pudding, with whipped cream just felt right! Check Out The Recipe
9. Gingerbread Trifle
Homemade gingerbread cake makes up the bulk of this Gingerbread Trifle. Layered with fluffy whipped cream, crushed gingersnap cookies, and candied sugary ginger, this dessert is the perfect warm and cozy finish to a family holiday meal! Check Out The Recipe
10. Brownie Candy Cane Trifle
Prepared with two-bite brownies, decadent whipped cream, and crushed candy canes, this Brownie Candy Cane Trifle has all the flavours one craves at Christmastime! Take the easy route and purchase brownies at the grocer. Christmas no-bake desserts should be stress-free and relaxing after all! Check Out The Recipe
11. Funfetti Golden Oreo Trifle
Starting with a homemade vanilla funfetti cake, this Funfetti Golden Oreo Trifle is layered with light and fluffy whipped cream, festive sprinkles, and crushed Oreo cookies. Put a smile on everyone’s face with this deliciously gorgeous and easy Christmas dessert! Check Out The Recipe
12. Orange Cranberry Trifle
Freshly homemade cranberry squares are crumbled and layered with a delicious orange and rosemary-infused whipped cream. Topped with sugared cranberries and rosemary, this Orange Cranberry Trifle is a mouth-watering, show-stopping holiday dessert! Check Out The Recipe
Things to Keep in Mind When Preparing Trifles
- First of all, there are no steadfast rules about how many layers you should or shouldn’t have.
- My rule of thumb is this: make the trifle big enough to feed your family and/or guests, and use a bowl that is big enough to accommodate the layers.
- If you have a larger trifle bowl, you can simply add another layer or add more berries or cake to fill it up.
- Likewise, if your bowl is too small, you can make mini trifles with the leftover ingredients in stemmed dessert bowls.
- Trifles cannot be prepared days in advance, nor can they be frozen.
- Since most trifle recipes are assembly-type recipes, the best thing to do is to prepare them on the day you plan to eat them.
- However, with that said, every trifle in this series can be prepared a day in advance.
- If you prepare the trifle a day in advance, it’s a good idea to set the garnish aside and place it onto the trifle just before serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare trifles days in advance?
No, trifles cannot be prepared days in advance, but they can be prepared a day ahead of time
Can I freeze trifles?
No, trifles cannot be frozen
Is there a specific number of layers for trifles?
No, there are no steadfast rules about the number of layers for trifles
What if my trifle bowl is too small or too big?
You can make mini trifles if the bowl is too small or add more layers if it is too big
Can I prepare the trifle a day in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the trifle a day in advance, but keep the garnish aside and add it just before serving
