Introduction
This no-bake trifle-style pudding is a creamy, layered dessert that’s perfect when you want something impressive with zero oven time. It combines soft cake or cookies, rich pudding, and fluffy cream into a beautiful dessert that tastes even better as it chills.
Ingredients
2 cups crushed cookies or cubed sponge cake
2 cups cold milk
1 box instant vanilla or chocolate pudding mix
1 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh fruit (strawberries, bananas, or berries) optional
Chocolate chips or crushed biscuits for topping optional
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together the milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes until it thickens, then set aside
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy
Fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy
In serving glasses or a dish, start layering with crushed cookies or cake at the bottom
Add a layer of pudding, then a layer of the cream mixture
Add fruit if using
Repeat the layers until everything is used, finishing with cream on top
Sprinkle chocolate chips or crushed cookies on top
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving
Method
Layering is key to this dessert. Letting it chill allows the flavors to blend and the texture to become soft, creamy, and rich like a classic trifle
Nutrition
Rich and satisfying dessert with carbohydrates from cake or cookies and fats from cream and cream cheese
Benefits
No baking required
Quick and easy to prepare
Perfect for parties and make-ahead desserts
Customizable with different flavors and fruits
Conclusion
This no-bake trifle-style pudding is the ultimate easy dessert. Creamy, sweet, and layered with delicious textures, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd favorite every time