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23 Trifle Recipes Your Guests Will Love

Updated on November 28, 2017 by Jenny Potter

Trifles are a great dessert for entertaining — you can throw them together on the fly and they look beautiful too. Filled with fresh fruit, crispy cookies and sweet cream, wow your guests with these elegant trifle recipes.

  • Coffee and Doughnut Hole Trifles
     
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    Coffee and Doughnut Hole Trifles

    <p>We can’t think of a better way to use up day-old doughnut holes then layering them with coffee-flavoured pudding and maple whipped cream. Together they make a triple-triple winning dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/blog/oh-so-canadian-coffee-doughnut-hole-trifles/" target="_blank">Coffee and Doughnut Hole Trifles</a></strong></p>
  • Raspberry Orange Trifle
     
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    Raspberry Orange Trifle

    <p>Ina Garten's showstopping Grand Marnier-spiked dessert trifle will wow your guests well before they take their first bite. There are many layers to this sweet recipe but it will be well worth the extra effort!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/raspberry-orange-trifle/16328/">Ina Garten's Raspberry Orange Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
     
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    Strawberry Shortcake Trifles

    <p>These single-serving strawberry shortcakes are a fun and beautiful way to serve dessert no matter what the occasion.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-shortcake-trifles/12681/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Strawberry Shortcake Trifles</strong></a></p>
  • Strawberry Trifle
     
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    Strawberry Trifle

    <p>This creamy strawberry trifle is party-perfect. Just set out with your coffee and tea, and guests can indulge their sweet tooth whenever the craving hits. Plus, you can make it with fresh or frozen berries, meaning it is always in-seasonal.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-trifle/17782/" target="_blank">Strawberry Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • Nanaimo Bar Trifle
     
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    Nanaimo Bar Trifle

    <p>You love the layers of this B.C. bar, which means you’ll love the chocolatey, creamy, coconut-filled trifled version. Dig in!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/blog/youll-love-every-single-layer-of-this-nanaimo-bar-trifle/" target="_blank">Nanaimo Bar Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • Fruit and Lemon Cream Trifle
     
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    Fruit and Lemon Cream Trifle

    <p>Trifles are not only delicious, but they make for a gorgeous display. Anna Olson layers fresh fruit with a lemon mascarpone cream and skips the alcohol, making it a tasty treat for the entire family.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fruit-and-lemon-cream-trifle/11036/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Fruit and Lemon Cream Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • Clementine and Gingerbread Cookie Trifle
     
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    Clementine and Gingerbread Cookie Trifle

    <p>Candied clementines and marmalade custard are layered between homemade gingerbread cookies in this nostalgic holiday dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/clementine-and-gingerbread-cookie-trifle/17546/" target="_blank"><strong>Ricardo's Clementine and Gingerbread Cookie Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Apple Crisp and Bourbon-Cream Trifle
     
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    Apple Crisp and Bourbon-Cream Trifle

    <p>While not a typical trifle, this decadent dessert is made by layering chilled apple crisp, bourbon-spiked pastry cream and toasted pecans.</p> <p>Get <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-crisp-and-bourbon-cream-trifle/12158/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's recipe for Apple Crisp and Bourbon-Cream Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Tir-rific Tiramisu Trifle
     
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    Tir-rific Tiramisu Trifle

    <p>This deconstructed tiramisu is actually very simple to make, but it looks impressive!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tir-rific-tiramisu-trifle/10394/" target="_blank"><strong>Tir-rific Tiramisu Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Berry Trifle
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    Berry Trifle

    <p>Bright, bold layers of homemade raspberry jam sit between vanilla custard and whipped cream. The final layer of fresh raspberries on top offers the perfect tart counterpoint to the rich sweetness of this dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.ricardocuisine.com/recipes/855-berry-christmas-trifle-" target="_blank"><strong>Ricardo's Berry Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Lemon Blueberry Trifles
     
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    Lemon Blueberry Trifles

    <p>Layers of lemon cream, fresh blueberries and coconut dacquoise are finished with a sprinkling of toasted coconut in this elegant dessert of individual servings.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lemon-blueberry-trifles/16924/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Lemon Blueberry Trifles</strong></a></p>
  • Double Chocolate Pear Trifle
     
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    Double Chocolate Pear Trifle

    <p>This decadent trifle is the perfect end to any party. Layers of rich chocolate cake are nestled between silky white chocolate cream and vanilla poached pears.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/double-chocolate-pear-trifle/16926/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Double Chocolate Pear Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Raspberry Mascarpone Trifle
     
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    Raspberry Mascarpone Trifle

    <p>Love strawberry shortcake? And Canada? You'll really enjoy this trifle that works in raspberries as well, and looks perfectly patriotic.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/raspberry-mascarpone-trifle/10020/" target="_blank"><strong>Raspberry Mascarpone Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Banana and Caramel Trifle
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    Banana and Caramel Trifle

    <p>White cake layered with creamy caramel sauce, sweet cream and ripe bananas makes for an extra-decadent, after-dinner treat.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.ricardocuisine.com/recipes/5724-banana-and-caramel-trifle" target="_blank"><strong>Ricardo Larrivée's Banana and Caramel Trifle</strong></a>.</p>
  • Scottish Trifle
     
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    Scottish Trifle

    <p>A (big) dash of sherry in this trifle makes it one for the Scots.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/scottish-trifle/11999/" target="_blank"><strong>Scottish Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Berry Trifle
     
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    Berry Trifle

    <p>Colourful layers of a blueberry, strawberry and raspberry mixture with a luscious lemon cream is packed into a trifle bowl in this elegant dessert from Tyler Florence.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/berry-trifle/16469/">Tyler Florence's Berry Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • Classic English Trifle
     
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    Classic English Trifle

    <p>This simple trifle layers a classic sponge cake with homemade pastry cream, fresh berries, berry jam and a sprinkle of sliced almonds on top.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/classic-english-trifle/16925/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Classic English Trifle</strong></a></p>
  • Honey-Pear Icebox Trifle with Soft-and-Easy Ginger Snap
     
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    Honey-Pear Icebox Trifle with Soft-and-Easy Ginger Snap

    <p>Light and creamy mascarpone is layered with soft, crumbly ginger snap cookies and a honey-pear shrub (a sweetened vinegar-fruit syrup). Garnish with extra cookies and chill before serving.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/honey-pear-icebox-trifle-with-soft-and-easy-ginger-snaps/16953/" target="_blank"><strong>Nancy Fuller's Honey-Pear Icebox Trifle with Soft-and-Easy Ginger Snaps</strong></a>.</p>
  • Peach Blackberry Trifles
     
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    Peach Blackberry Trifles

    <p>This elegant Limencello-flavoured dessert is perfect for a hot summer day, especially since there's no need to turn on the oven or even the stove.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/peach-blackberry-trifles/12803/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Peach Blackberry Trifles</strong></a></p>
  • Individual Tiramisu Trifles
     
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    Individual Tiramisu Trifles

    <p>Mini mason jars add a rustic touch to these individual trifles, but any small glass jars, ramekins or even short cocktail glasses will work well for serving. Two types of orange cream, chocolate and vanilla, combined with frozen blackberries, make for a sophisticated flavour combination.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/individual-tiramisu-trifles/18832/" target="_blank"><strong>Individual Tiramisu Trifles</strong></a></p>
  • Spooky S’mores Trifles
     
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    Spooky S’mores Trifles

    <p>Bring spooky campfire stories indoors as you enjoy these gooey pots filled with graham, marshmallow and chocolate sauces. Mason jars or any oven-proof glasses will work for these sweet and toasty treats.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/bake-with-anna-olson/recipe/spooky-smores-trifles/20826/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Spooky S’mores Trifles</a></strong></p>
  • Pumpkin Trifle
     
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    Pumpkin Trifle

    <p>Pumpkin pie is great, but when you’re oven is otherwise occupied, consider making this sweet no-bake dessert that will be a showstopper at your Thanksgiving table</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/thanksgiving/blog/a-no-bake-pumpkin-trifle-thats-easier-than-pie/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Trifle</a></strong></p>
  • White Chocolate and Peach Trifle
     
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    White Chocolate and Peach Trifle

    <p>This tasty trifle layered with white chocolate, sautéed peaches and almond brittle is easy to make and full of flavour.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tasty-trifle/12274/" target="_blank"><strong>White Chocolate and Peach Trifle</strong></a></p>
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