Recipe Roundup

16 Towering Trifles and Perfect Parfaits

Stacks of cake, pudding, custard, jam, and more abound in these festive layered desserts.
Roasted strawberry trifles with lemon cream.
Photo by Pedan + Munk
  • Photo by Romulo Yanes
    5/16

    Brandied Peach Parfaits

    Brandy-soaked, caramel-glazed peaches are layered with vanilla ice cream in this juicy, creamy, ridiculously good parfait.

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  • Photo by Mark Thomas
    6/16

    Tiramisu Eggnog Trifle

    The classic dessert gets a holiday twist with eggnog flavors and an opulent presentation. Begin making this one day before serving.

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  • Photo by Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott
    7/16

    Maraschino Cherry Parfaits

    Layer maraschino liqueur–soaked sweet cherries with a tangy yogurt cream and chewy meringue cookies for a dessert that tastes both heart-warmingly retro and totally modern.

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  • Photo by Christopher Testani
    8/16

    Pomegranate Sorbet Parfait

    Layers of homemade pomegranate sorbet, creamy labneh (or Greek yogurt), pistachios, and honey make for a vibrant, light, and tangy holiday dessert.

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  • Photo by Romulo Yanes
    13/16

    Quick Cranberry Trifles

    Turn to store-bought cranberry sauce and pound cake for a no-cook, minimal fuss dessert. Cream sherry adds traditional holiday flavor while melted ice cream creates an instant sauce.

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  • Sang An
    14/16

    Toasted-Coconut-Cake Trifle

    Add tropical flair to a holiday party with this light and creamy dessert. The candied lime peel garnish is optional, but adds a decidedly festive finish.

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  • Photo by Marina Delio
    15/16

    Pumpkin and Chocolate Mousse Trifle

    Fold whipped cream into canned pumpkin purée and layer with buttery pound cake and airy chocolate mousse for this easy-to-assemble dessert.

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  • Sang An
    16/16

    Fruitcake Trifle

    Layer tender spice cake with a boozy rum pastry cream, chewy dried fruit, and crunchy nuts for this spoonable version of the holiday dessert classic.

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