It’s time to break out your prettiest pedestal dish!

They are much easier to make than alayer cakebut just as impressiveand more portable, too.

From a rich brownie trifle to a festive ambrosia version, these impressive (and impressively easy!)

Strawberry Trifle

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treats are ready for any celebration.

This version includes bourbon-soaked vanilla wafers for an extra festive twist.

Mexican Hot Chocolate Trifle

Our traditional chocolate trifle just got an upgrade.

Banana Pudding

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Just like a cup of hot cocoa, we’re layering in marshmallow topping.

Complete this dessert by sprinkling delicate chocolate curls on top.

Those ingredients, plus cake and custard, also happen to also make a fantastic trifle.

Southern Living Heaven in a Bowl ready to serve

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Red Velvet-Raspberry Tiramisu Trifle

Dress up this red velvet dessert by creating snowflakes with royal icing.

To make the snowflakes, draw the desired shapes on wax paper with icing and let them dry.

Strawberry Trifle

This red-and-white trifle adds a beautiful pop of color to your holiday table.

Chocolate Trifle Recipe

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Southern Living Punch Bowl Cake ready to serve with bowls and spoons beside

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Cranberry Dreamsicle Trifle

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Hot Chocolate Trifle

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Ambrosia Trifle

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Red Velvet-Raspberry Tiramisu Trifle

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Vanilla Chiffon Trifle

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