Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 gingerbread cake mix
- 1 can of pears, drained and chopped
- 1 package of vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of crystallized ginger, chopped
Special equipment needed:
- Trifle dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Prepare the gingerbread cake mix according to the package instructions. Let it cool completely.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until it thickens. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
4. To assemble the trifle, start by placing a layer of gingerbread cake at the bottom of the trifle dish.
5. Add a layer of chopped pears on top of the gingerbread cake.
6. Pour half of the vanilla pudding over the pears.
7. Add another layer of gingerbread cake on top of the pudding.
8. Add another layer of chopped pears on top of the gingerbread cake.
9. Pour the remaining vanilla pudding over the pears.
10. Add the final layer of gingerbread cake on top of the pudding.
11. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the trifle.
12. Sprinkle the chopped crystallized ginger on top of the whipped cream.
13. Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Room temperature for the gingerbread cake
- Refrigerator temperature for the trifle
Serving size:
- 8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of gingerbread cake mix, use a spice cake mix or a chocolate cake mix.
- Instead of canned pears, use fresh pears or canned peaches.
Variations:
- Add a layer of caramel sauce between the layers of gingerbread cake and pears.
- Use chopped apples instead of pears for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make the gingerbread cake a day ahead to save time.
- Use a piping bag to make the whipped cream look more decorative.
Storage instructions:
- Store the trifle in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- The trifle does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the trifle in a clear glass trifle dish to show off the layers.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle extra chopped crystallized ginger on top of the whipped cream.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- None needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding is too thin, add more pudding mix and whisk until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store the trifle in the refrigerator to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Trifles originated in England in the 16th century.
Flavor profiles:
- The gingerbread cake adds a warm, spicy flavor to the trifle, while the pears add a sweet, juicy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the trifle as a dessert after a holiday meal.
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