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Red Velvet Trifle Cups
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Red Velvet Trifle Cups

These Red Velvet Trifle Cups are a simple yet stunning dessert made with layers of moist red velvet cake, creamy cream cheese filling, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for parties, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a touch of elegance and indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 376
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix
  • Ingredients to prepare the cake (as per package instructions)
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
  • 2 cups Cold Milk
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 16 oz Cool Whip, divided

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the red velvet cake according to the package instructions in a 9×13-inch pan.
  2. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature.
  3. Cut the cooled cake into 1-inch cubes and set aside a few pieces to crumble for topping.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  5. In another large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add powdered sugar until fully combined.
  7. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  8. Add 8 oz of Cool Whip to the mixture and gently fold until evenly blended.
  9. Assemble the trifles by layering red velvet cake cubes and the cream cheese pudding mixture alternately in individual cups.
  10. Finish with a layer of pudding mixture, top with remaining Cool Whip, and sprinkle with cake crumbs or garnish as desired.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving or until ready to enjoy.