Peach Trifle
A delightful layered dessert featuring fresh peaches, creamy pudding, and whipped topping, perfect for summer gatherings and family celebrations with a fruity, creamy flavor profile.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine pudding mix and milk in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Fold in half of the thawed whipped topping.
- Sprinkle sugar over peaches; toss and set aside.
- Place half of the cake cubes in the bottom of a 16-cup trifle bowl and drizzle with half of the orange juice.
- Arrange half of the peaches over the cake layer and top with half of the pudding mixture.
- Repeat the layers: add the remaining cake cubes, drizzle with remaining orange juice, add the remaining peaches, and top with the remaining pudding mixture.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping on top of the assembled trifle.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the pudding mixture. If fresh peaches are out of season, you can substitute with canned peaches, just be sure to drain them well. To save time, pre-made cake or store-bought pound cake works well too. This trifle can be made a day in advance for the flavors to meld beautifully.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this peach trifle as a delightful dessert at summer barbecues or family gatherings. It pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on the side. For a fun twist, try incorporating layers of nuts or granola for added crunch.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The layers may begin to settle, but the trifle will still taste delicious. Avoid freezing the trifle, as the texture of the whipped topping and pudding will change upon thawing.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Peach Trifle contains roughly 205 calories, with 3g protein, 39g carbohydrates, and 5g fat. It is a good source of calcium (13% of the Daily Value) and iron (12% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the pudding from scratch instead of using a mix?
Yes, you can definitely make homemade vanilla pudding for a fresher taste. Use 2 cups of milk, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Cook until thickened and let cool before folding in the whipped topping.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).