Description

Peach Cobbler Trifle is a delightful, layered dessert featuring tender peaches cooked with warm spices, moist yellow cake or biscuits, and fluffy whipped cream. This fruity and indulgent treat is perfect for gatherings, combining the flavors of homemade peach cobbler with the elegance of a trifle. It’s easy to assemble and makes a beautiful presentation, offering a balance of sweet, creamy, and crunchy textures.

Ingredients

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Peach Filling

4-5 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or 2 cans of sliced peaches, drained)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cake or Biscuits

1 box yellow cake mix (or homemade cake if preferred)
3 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
OR 1 batch homemade biscuits (can also use store-bought biscuits)

Whipped Cream Topping

2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnishes

Cinnamon (for dusting)
Fresh mint leaves (for added freshness)
Chopped almonds or pecans (for extra texture)

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Instructions

Prepare the Peach Filling: In a saucepan, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the peaches soften and the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Bake the Cake or Biscuits: Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions, using the eggs, vegetable oil, and water, or bake your homemade biscuits. Once baked, let cool for about 10 minutes. Then cut the cake into cubes or tear the biscuits into bite-sized pieces suitable for layering.
Whip the Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. This will provide a light and fluffy texture for the layering.
Assemble the Trifle: In a large trifle bowl, start by layering cake cubes or biscuit pieces at the bottom. Spoon a layer of the cooled peach filling over the cake, followed by a generous layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers, finishing with a top layer of whipped cream.
Add Garnishes: Dust the top layer with cinnamon, scatter fresh mint leaves, and sprinkle chopped almonds or pecans to add texture and enhance the flavor profile.
Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serving it chilled allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve cold and enjoy this refreshing and indulgent dessert.

Notes

For best results, use fresh peaches when in season for optimal flavor and texture.
Store-bought biscuits can be used as a quick alternative to homemade or cake layers.
Adjust the amount of sugar in the peach filling according to peach sweetness.
Can be prepared a day in advance to save time and enhance flavor melding.
Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option (note this alters texture and taste).
Other nuts like walnuts or pistachios can be used in place of almonds or pecans.