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Irresistible Gingerbread Trifle

Gingerbread Trifle is a layered holiday dessert made with spiced cake cubes, creamy whipped layers, tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted nuts perfect for celebrations.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

For the Gingerbread Base

  • 1 batch gingerbread cake homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Creamy Layers

  • 2 cups lightly sweetened whipped cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese optional
  • For the Fruity Zing
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce fresh or canned
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries

For the Crunchy Topping

  • 1 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

  • Toast cubed gingerbread cake at 325°F for 5 minutes until firm but moist. Let cool.
  • Whip cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Fold in softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Layer toasted gingerbread cubes in the dish, spoon over cranberry sauce, and sprinkle with fresh cranberries.
  • Toss nuts with brown sugar, bake at 350°F on parchment for 8–10 minutes until golden. Cool.
  • Repeat layering: cake, cream, cranberries, and toasted nuts. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.