Eggnog Trifle

Eggnog Trifle: A Festive Delight for Your Taste Buds
Eggnog Trifle is a classic holiday dessert that is sure to impress your guests. This delicious dessert is a perfect blend of creamy eggnog, fluffy whipped cream, and moist cake layers. The dish is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for holiday parties.
Ingredients:

For the Cake:

- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1 cup of eggnog
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 eggs

For the Trifle:

- 2 cups of eggnog
- 1 package of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 cup of rum (optional)
- 1/2 cup of crushed gingersnap cookies

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggnog, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Let the cake cool completely, then cut it into small cubes.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggnog, vanilla pudding mix, nutmeg, and rum (if using) until smooth.
6. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
7. To assemble the trifle, layer the cake cubes, eggnog mixture, whipped cream, and crushed gingersnap cookies in a large glass bowl or individual serving dishes.
8. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of whipped cream and crushed gingersnap cookies on top.
9. Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
Eggnog Trifle is a beautiful dessert that looks as good as it tastes. The layers of cake, eggnog, whipped cream, and gingersnap cookies create a stunning visual effect that is sure to impress your guests. The dish has a rich, creamy texture and a deliciously sweet and spicy flavor that is perfect for the holiday season.
Type: Dessert Trifle
Main Ingredients: Eggnog, Whipped Cream, Cake Cubes

Cooking Tips:

- Be sure to let the cake cool completely before cutting it into cubes.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum from the recipe.
- You can also use store-bought eggnog instead of making your own.
- Crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers can be used instead of gingersnap cookies.