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Easter Carrot Cake Trifle

Irresistible Easter Carrot Cake Trifle That's Easy to Make

Celebrate Easter with this delightful Healthy Easter Carrot Cake Trifle that combines fluffy carrot cake and luscious cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Carrot Cake Mix Choose one with real carrots or grate fresh ones.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy blending.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar To sweeten the cream cheese mix.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Alternatively, use homemade whipped cream.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Walnuts Reserve some for garnish.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Trifle Dish
  • 9x13 inch pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the carrot cake mix as per package instructions and pour into a greased 9x13" pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Allow the carrot cake to cool completely before cutting it into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened butter. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually mix in powdered sugar on low speed. Ensure the mixture is smooth and not too thick for easy layering.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract and beat for another 2 minutes. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined.
  6. Layer a third of the cake cubes at the bottom of a trifle dish, followed by half of the cream cheese mixture and a sprinkle of walnuts. Repeat the layers finishing with cream cheese on top.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Garnish with reserved walnuts or a dollop of Cool Whip before serving. Enjoy your dessert!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is cooled completely to prevent the cream cheese layer from melting. Cut cake cubes evenly for a beautiful presentation.

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