Cherry Cream Trifle

Not only is this dessert cool and creamy, it's a conversation piece when presented in a punch bowl!Juanita Davis, Martin, Tennessee25-30 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 40 min. + cooling
Ingredients
- 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
- 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling
- 2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 cartons (16 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Directions
- Prepare and bake cake according to package directions for a 13-in. x
- 9-in. pan. Cool on a wire rack. Meanwhile, prepare pudding according
- to package directions.
- Cut cake into 1-1/2-in. cubes; place a third of the cubes in an 8-qt.
- punch bowl. Top with a third of the pie filling, pineapple, pudding,
- whipped topping and pecans; repeat layers twice. Cover and
- refrigerate until serving. Yield: 25-30 servings.
Wine: Sweet White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.