Gingerbread Cheesecake Trifle
Gingerbread Cheesecake Trifle is a festive delight that brings together the creamy richness of cheesecake and the warm spices of gingerbread. This stunning dessert features layers of soft gingerbread cookies interspersed with a luscious cheesecake filling, all topped off with a cloud of whipped cream. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this trifle not only looks impressive but also delivers on taste and texture. Each spoonful is a delightful blend of flavors that will evoke memories of winter celebrations and comfort food. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, this dessert is sure to become a favorite during the festive season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Gingerbread cookies
- Cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Heavy whipping cream
- Molasses
- Ground ginger
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Gingerbread: Bake or use store-bought gingerbread cookies; cool completely and break into pieces.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, and fold in half of the whipped cream until fluffy.
- Layer Ingredients: In a glass dish or individual cups, layer broken gingerbread followed by cheesecake filling.
- Repeat Layers: Alternate layers until reaching the top; finish with whipped cream.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to meld flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled as an impressive dessert centerpiece.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize your trifle by adding layers of chocolate pudding or seasonal fruits for extra flavor. - Always use fresh ingredients for optimal taste, particularly in spices and dairy.