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Caramel Apple Trifle Recipe

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Trifles are terrific desserts because they're made in advance and feed a crowd. This caramel-apple version appeals to kids of all ages. —Joanne Wright, Niles, Michigan

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Caramel Apple Trifle Recipe

Prep: 40 min. + chilling

Yield: 14 Servings

30 10 40

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
4 cups chopped peeled tart apples (about 5 medium)
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon apple pie spice, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping, divided
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2 loaves (10-3/4 ounces each) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-inch cubes
Additional apple pie spice, optional

Directions

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the apples, walnuts, brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice. Cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until apples are tender.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1/2 cup caramel topping and remaining apple pie spice. Fold in 2 cups whipped topping.
In a 3-1/2-qt. trifle bowl or glass serving bowl, layer a third of the cake cubes, cream cheese mixture and apple mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with remaining whipped topping and drizzle with remaining caramel topping. Sprinkle with additional apple pie spice if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Yield: 14 servings.

Originally published as Caramel Apple Trifle in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2007, p135

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Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2012 by ArianeDawn

I hate to say it, but I really didn't like this recipe! I was so disappointed because of the good reviews and the time and money spent. I made it for a Christmas dinner and no one else really liked it either...sorry!

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2011 by WBerg

don't skip by using the frozen, white tub dairy product. This recipe is -Whip your own heavy cream, worthy! drizzle a little "extra" caramel between layers too! YUM...a keeper of a recipe!

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2011 by WBerg

YUMM! You won't be disappointed if you make this one... I used Sara Lee frozen pound cake, use 6 LARGE grannie smith apples, McCormicks Apple Pie spice and since it's sooo good, take the time to whip your own heavy cream. Use a little extra of the carmel sauce and spice mix too!

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2011 by TAMMY JAMES

I made this last fall for my family and they all loved it. I am making it again this year not only for my family but for the ladies at church when I host a Tupperware party. It's so light and easy to make. It is a favorite.

Reviewed on Sep. 04, 2011 by icela2525

While this is a good recipe, I felt like it missed something. I added more spice because it didn't taste like it had enough for me. All in all it was good, but not something I would make again.

Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2011 by EButler

I have made this recipe for potlucks and everyone raves about it.

Reviewed on Nov. 06, 2010 by dachshundsonly

The flavors were good but I felt there was too much cake. I would reduce it by at least one third.

Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2010 by Kara D

This recipe is fantastic. I made it for all my co workers (my husband doesnt eat sweets) and they loved it! its is really easy to make and feeds a crowd. Its also very light and a good fall recipe

Reviewed on May. 28, 2010 by melissarecipes

I am not usually a fan of cooked apples but wanted to try this for my family. We ALL enjoyed it. It made a very large bowl so I saved the leftovers in the freezer. It was great the second time around too.

Reviewed on Apr. 06, 2010 by scorpion9

it's soooo good

Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2009 by Connie4961

I made this recipe for my sons wedding rehusal dinner and it went over awsome . I was so happy . and have had alot of people ask me for the recipe

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