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Coca Cola Trifle Recipe

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This refreshing Coca Cola Trifle is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of cherry-flavored gelatin mixed with crushed pineapple, sweet cherries, walnuts, and a creamy whipped topping with cream cheese. Perfectly chilled and set, the trifle combines sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors with a fizzy twist from Coca Cola, creating a unique and festive treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Gelatin Mixture

  • 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained (juice reserved)
  • 15 ounces pitted dark sweet cherries in heavy syrup, drained (juice reserved)
  • 6 ounces cherry flavored gelatin (two 3-ounce packages)
  • 8 ounces Coca Cola (preferably from glass bottle)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Creamy Topping

  • 8 ounces thawed whipped topping
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

Garnish

  • Maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry

Instructions

  1. Prepare Juice Mixture: Measure out 1 cup each of the reserved pineapple and cherry juices. If necessary, add water to the juices to make a total of 2 cups.
  2. Heat Juices: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the combined juice mixture to a low boil. Remove from heat and transfer to a heat-safe bowl.
  3. Dissolve Gelatin: Stir both packages of cherry gelatin into the hot juice until completely dissolved.
  4. Add Coca Cola: Slowly stir in the 8 ounces of Coca Cola. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes until it thickens to a syrup-like consistency.
  5. Combine Fruits and Nuts: Remove plastic wrap from the cooled gelatin mixture and stir in the crushed pineapple, cherries, and chopped walnuts until well combined.
  6. Set the Trifle: Spoon the gelatin, fruit, and nut mixture into a 3-quart footed trifle bowl or serving bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until firmly set.
  7. Prepare Creamy Topping: Just before serving, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Gradually add the thawed whipped topping and mix until fully combined.
  8. Assemble and Garnish: Spoon the creamy topping over the set gelatin base. Decorate with drained maraschino cherries on top. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • The juice from the pineapple and cherries is essential to infuse the gelatin with the fruity flavor.
  • Use Coca Cola directly from a glass bottle for the best authentic flavor.
  • For a firmer set, refrigerate overnight.
  • The creamy topping can be altered by using homemade whipped cream instead of thawed whipped topping for a fresher taste.
  • Chopped walnuts offer a pleasant crunch, but you can substitute with pecans or almonds if preferred.
  • This no-bake dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.

Keywords: Coca Cola Trifle, Cherry Gelatin Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Fruit Trifle, Pineapple Dessert, Holiday Dessert

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