Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
8 unit

cream cheese

softened

1 cup

sour cream

0.5 cup

whole milk

cold

3.4 unit

instant vanilla pudding mix

12 unit

frozen whipped topping

thawed

1.5 cup

butter-flavored crackers

crushed

0.25 cup

butter

melted

42 unit

strawberry pie filling

Step 1
~3 min

Beat cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Beat in sour cream until well mixed.

Step 3
~3 min

In a separate small bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture.

Step 5
~3 min

Fold in whipped topping.

Step 6
~3 min

In a separate small bowl, combine crushed crackers and melted butter.

Step 7
~3 min

In a 2-1/2-qt. trifle bowl, layer half of the cream cheese mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Add a layer of crumbs.

Step 9
~3 min

Add a layer of pie filling.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat layers of cream cheese mixture, crumbs, and pie filling.

Step 11
~3 min

Refrigerate until serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a festive look, garnish with fresh strawberries and mint leaves.

Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for easy mixing.

Chill the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Garnish with fresh berries.

Add a dollop of whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Light salads
Fruit platters

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for holidays and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
4th of July

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100