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Best Red Velvet Trifle Recipe

Craft a blissful Red Velvet Trifle with layers of cake, creamy frosting, chocolate, berries, and whipped cream—an irresistible treat for any occasion!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk or Electric Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Double Boiler
  • Trifle Dish
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

For the Red Velvet Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Undertones:

  • ½ cup dark chocolate finely chopped

For the Fruit Compote:

  • 1 cup mixed berries strawberries, raspberries, blueberries

For Assembly:

  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • Red velvet cake crumbles for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Red Velvet Cake:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs and add vegetable oil, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into greased and floured cake pans.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool completely, then crumble them into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Prepare the Chocolate Undertones:

  • Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave. Allow it to cool slightly.

Prepare the Fruit Compote:

  • Gently mix the mixed berries in a bowl.

Assembly:

  • In serving glasses or a trifle dish, start layering the crumbled red velvet cake at the bottom.
  • Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting over the cake.
  • Drizzle some of the melted dark chocolate for chocolate undertones.
  • Add a layer of mixed berries for a fruity twist.
  • Repeat the layers until you reach the top, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
  • Garnish the top with red velvet cake crumbles.

Presentation:

  • Serve chilled and enjoy the layers of indulgence in every spoonful.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, let the trifle sit in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
  • Experiment with additional toppings like chopped nuts or extra fruit.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
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