Creamsicle Trifle

A delicious and refreshing dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, orange curd, and whipped cream, reminiscent of a classic Creamsicle popsicle.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings: 10 servings

Course: Dessert, Sweet

Cuisine: American

Calories: 335

Main Ingredients

1 9-inch angel food cake, cut into bite-size cubes (about 7 cups), divided Freshly made is best, but store-bought works beautifully too.
1 1/4 cups orange curd, storebought or homemade, divided Try making your own orange curd for improved flavor!
2 cups heavy whipping cream Choose a high-fat content cream for the richest texture.
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar Regular granulated sugar can be used, but will result in less sweet and slightly grainy whipped cream.
to taste optional mint, for garnish
to taste optional orange slices, for garnish

Preparation

To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add 2 cups of heavy cream. Mix at the lowest speed, gradually increasing to medium until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce speed to low and slowly add 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar. Once combined, gradually increase the speed to medium, then high.
Continue mixing on high until the cream thickens and soft peaks form, approximately another 2-4 minutes.

Layering

In a large trifle bowl, begin layering by adding 1/3 of the angel food cake cubes, followed by 1/3 of the whipped cream mixture, and then half of the orange curd. Repeat this process one more time.
Finish with the last 1/3 of cake and top with the remaining whipped cream.

Chilling

You can serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Consider serving with buttery shortbread cookies or fresh fruit salad.