Eggnog Gingerbread Trifle

Name: Eggnog Gingerbread Trifle
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h 50 min
Yield: 20 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14.5 ounce) package gingerbread cake mix; 3 cups eggnog; 1 (5.1 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix; 2 cups heavy cream; ¼ cup white sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped; 2 tablespoons gingersnap cookie crumbs

Rating: 4.73 stars

107 Ratings
118 Reviews
31 Photos

Combining two of the holiday season's best flavors, this dessert is easy to make and a crowd pleaser! If you are feeling fancy, you can pipe your top layer of whipped cream on the trifle. Since I normally travel with this dessert and put a lid on it, I just spread a nice thick layer on top and then sprinkle with some chopped dried cranberries and crumbled gingerbread cookies.

By Jen Graham

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

20 mins

cook:

30 mins

additional:

8 hrs

total:

8 hrs 50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

20 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 20 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (14.5 ounce) package gingerbread cake mix
3 cups eggnog
1 (5.1 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups heavy cream
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped (Optional)
2 tablespoons gingersnap cookie crumbs (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Prepare gingerbread cake mix and bake according to package directions (any size pan). Cool completely.

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Step 2
Place the pudding mix in a large bowl. Pour in the eggnog and whisk for about 2 minutes. Refrigerate pudding until the gingerbread cake is cool and you are ready to assemble the trifle.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks are just about to form. Beat in sugar and vanilla until peaks form.
Step 4
Crumble 1/2 of the gingerbread into the bottom of a trifle bowl or a large glass bowl. Spread 1/2 of the eggnog pudding over the gingerbread, then spread 1/2 of the whipped cream on top of the pudding. Repeat the layers with the remaining gingerbread, pudding, and whipped cream. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Sprinkle the top with the cranberries and cookie crumbs before serving.

Cook's Notes:

You can use already made whipped cream, but I prefer to flavor my whipped cream myself. You can substitute bourbon for the vanilla extract in the whipped cream if you like.

If you use low-fat eggnog for the pudding, your pudding will be loose.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

269 calories; protein 2.9g; carbohydrates 32.1g; fat 14.7g; cholesterol 55.1mg; sodium 270.3mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (118)

Most helpful positive review

lindsayandcory

12/28/2009

I made this for Christmas dinner; it was fantastic! I modified by doubling pudding mixture, and adding nutmeg and cinammon to the whip cream. Also, I couldn't find a gingerbread cake mix so I used a spice cake, and added ground ginger and molasses to it and it tasted just like gingerbread. I also made a praline and crumbled it-anyone that wanted it added some on top of thier trifle. Don't add it before or it won't be crunchy! It was a great addition with a bit of crunch. Definitely will make this one again! Read More

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(48)

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Amy Sue

12/27/2011

I was really excited to make this for Christmas dinner. It was good but not great. In fact it was barely touched:( Read More

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(3)

107 Ratings

5 star values: 86
4 star values: 15
3 star values: 4
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 0

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lindsayandcory

12/28/2009

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mimi

12/26/2009

I am not great with guessing volume - so I measured. For presentation this recipe requires a 10 cup bowl to fill to the brim. Read More

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(32)

GINAH1

01/05/2011

I used light eggnog and Cool Whip for this and we absolutely loved it! I also garnished this with a row of gingersnap cookies around the edge right before serving. It looked really pretty plus it was delicious. Read More

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(18)

Meg Ward Sheehan

12/28/2010

AMAZING!!!!! I followed others suggestions and I added molasses and ginger to a spice cake mix and then I added cinnamon and nutmeg to the whipped cream. So very very good and so perfect for the holidays. It may be my new go to dish! Read More

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karen

12/30/2009

This was good but the eggnog was a little overpowering. I think next time I make it I will use half eggnog and half milk for the pudding. Read More

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(12)

BBQ1

12/21/2009

Ginger bread lovers get ready for a great treat. Made a trial run this morning. Will serve this New Years Eve. Deffinately try this. Read More

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ogshortey

12/13/2011

This recipe is excellent! I made this for a holiday potluck and took home Best Dessert prize! I tweaked the recipe a bit instead of using dried cranberries to add color and offset the sweetness of the gingerbread and eggnog pudding I made a quick raspberry sauce/compote to add between each layers. I placed store brought mini gingerbread cookies around the inside of the bowl to add a touch of holiday whimsy. So simple to make and very very tasty! Read More

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JennyStade

12/23/2009

This is REALLY very very tasty. I brought an empty bowl home from the company Christmas party. I love the eggnog pudding and next time I might double the pudding part because it was so good. Read More

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Sherri Skuse

01/04/2010

I made this for a family gathering this weekend. Everyone gobbled it up. The only thing I will change the next time I make this is to leave off the cranberry's. They don't do anything for this dish. I will be making this again. Read More

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Amy Sue

12/27/2011

I was really excited to make this for Christmas dinner. It was good but not great. In fact it was barely touched:( Read More

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Eggnog Gingerbread Trifle

Servings Per Recipe: 20
Calories: 268.9

% Daily Value *

protein: 6 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

dietary fiber: 2 %

sugars:

fat: 23 %

saturated fat: 40 %

cholesterol: 18 %

vitamin a iu: 8 %

niacin equivalents: 8 %

vitamin c: 1 %

folate: 4 %

calcium: 9 %

iron: 6 %

magnesium: 5 %

potassium: 4 %

sodium: 11 %

thiamin: 9 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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lindsayandcory

12/28/2009

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mimi

12/26/2009

I am not great with guessing volume - so I measured. For presentation this recipe requires a 10 cup bowl to fill to the brim.

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GINAH1

01/05/2011

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(18)

Meg Ward Sheehan

12/28/2010

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karen

12/30/2009

This was good but the eggnog was a little overpowering. I think next time I make it I will use half eggnog and half milk for the pudding.

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(12)

BBQ1

12/21/2009

Ginger bread lovers get ready for a great treat. Made a trial run this morning. Will serve this New Years Eve. Deffinately try this.

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(11)

ogshortey

12/13/2011

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(9)

JennyStade

12/23/2009

This is REALLY very very tasty. I brought an empty bowl home from the company Christmas party. I love the eggnog pudding and next time I might double the pudding part because it was so good.

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(9)

Sherri Skuse

01/04/2010

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Amy Sue