Description
A decadent and visually stunning Red Velvet Cheesecake Trifle featuring layers of moist red velvet cake, creamy cheesecake filling, and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for parties or special occasions, this no-bake dessert combines classic flavors in an easy-to-assemble layered treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Red Velvet Cake
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients to make the cake as directed on the box)
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
Whipped Cream Layer
- 2 cups whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Garnishes
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Follow the instructions on the red velvet cake mix box to bake the cake. Once baked, allow it to cool completely to room temperature to prevent melting the cream layers later.
- Make cheesecake mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky texture.
- Whip heavy cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and fluffy cheesecake filling.
- Cut cake: Cube the cooled red velvet cake into small, bite-sized pieces suitable for layering in the trifle dish.
- Assemble trifle layers: In a large trifle dish, start by layering red velvet cake cubes evenly across the bottom. Then add an even layer of the cheesecake mixture followed by a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat layers: Continue layering cake, cheesecake mixture, and whipped cream until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a top layer of whipped cream for a smooth finish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top and decorate with fresh raspberries or strawberries for an appealing and flavorful presentation, if desired.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the layers set firmly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before assembling to keep the layers intact.
- You can substitute store-bought whipped cream for homemade to save time.
- To make the trifle more festive, add layers of fresh berries between the cake and cream layers.
- Keep refrigerated and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped cream substitutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
