Description

Peach Cobbler Trifle is a delightful layered dessert combining sweet peaches cooked with cinnamon and vanilla, homemade or boxed yellow cake or biscuits, and fluffy whipped cream. This indulgent treat boasts a mix of fruity, creamy, and crunchy textures, enhanced with fresh mint and chopped nuts for a refreshing and satisfying finish. Perfect for serving chilled at gatherings or as a special dessert.

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 sliced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches soften and the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Bake the cake or biscuits: Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions using eggs, vegetable oil, and water, or bake homemade biscuits as desired. Once baked, allow to cool for about 10 minutes. Cut the cake into cubes or tear the biscuits into bite-sized pieces to fit the trifle layering.
Whip the cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
Assemble the trifle: In a large trifle bowl, start by layering the cake cubes or biscuit pieces evenly. Spoon a generous portion of the cooled peach filling over the cake layer, then spread a layer of whipped cream on top. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of whipped cream.
Add garnishes: Lightly dust the whipped cream topping with ground cinnamon, scatter fresh mint leaves for brightness, and sprinkle chopped almonds or pecans to add a crunchy texture and flavor contrast.
Chill and serve: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set. Serve chilled for a refreshing and indulgent treat.

Notes

Fresh peaches give the best flavor, but canned peaches work well too for convenience.
If you prefer a gluten-free dessert, use gluten-free cake mix or biscuits.
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cake or biscuits.
Chilling the trifle overnight enhances the melding of flavors and texture.
Feel free to customize toppings with other nuts or fresh berries as preferred.