Description
Indulge in the delightful Easy Coconut Cream Trifle, a layered dessert that’s both simple to make and irresistibly delicious. This trifle features fluffy layers of coconut-flavored pudding, whipped cream, and soft cake, creating a treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from potlucks to festive gatherings. With its light texture and sweet coconut essence, this dessert is sure to impress your friends and family. Best of all, it can be prepared ahead of time, making it an excellent choice for those busy days when you still want to serve something special. Enjoy the tropical flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 white cake (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar (plus extra for whipped cream)
- 5 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1 tbsp coconut extract
Instructions
- Bake the white cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe. Allow it to cool completely before cutting into cubes.
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat while whisking until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter, flaked coconut, and vanilla extract. Cool slightly before thinning with an additional 1/2 cup milk.
- Whip the cream until soft peaks form; gradually add in sugar and coconut extract until stiff peaks form.
- In a trifle dish, layer cake cubes, pudding mixture, and whipped cream. Repeat layers and finish with more whipped cream and flaked coconut on top.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle portion (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg