Ambrosia Trifle Recipe

Name: Ambrosia Trifle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (5.1 oz.) pkg. vanilla instant pudding mix; 3 c. milk; 1 (8 oz.) container sour cream; 2 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 (28.2 oz.) pkg. frozen golden pineapple coconut cake, partially thawed; 1 (15 oz.) can Mandarin orange segments, drained; 1 1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed; shredded coconut, stemmed maraschino cherries (garnish); 1 1/2 c. milk

Servings: persons

1
Combine first 4 ingredients in large bowl; beat at low speed of an electric mixer 2 minutes or until thickened.
2
Spoon one-third of pudding into a 3-quart trifle bowl.
3
Cut coconut cake in half lengthwise.
4
Cut cake halves crosswise into 1/2-inch slices.
5
Arrange one-third of cake slices in a single layer over pudding.
6
Arrange one-third of Mandarin orange segments over cake. Arrange half of remaining cake slices over orange segments. Cover cake with half of remaining pudding; top with remaining cake slices and half of remaining orange segments.
7
Top with remaining pudding and orange segments.
8
Mound whipped topping over trifle. Garnish with shredded coconut and stemmed maraschino cherries. Cover and chill several hours.

313

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (5.1 oz.) pkg. vanilla instant pudding mix, 3 c. milk, 1 (8 oz.) container sour cream, 2 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed, and more.

Yes, Ambrosia Trifle falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ambrosia Trifle

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Variations & substitutions

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