Description
Pecan Praline Trifle is a no-bake dessert layered with sweetened cream, caramelized pecans, crushed cookies, and candy for a crunchy, creamy treat that’s perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup candy-coated chocolates (like mini M&M’s)
- Caramel sauce, optional for drizzling
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and chopped pecans. Cook until bubbly and caramelized, about 3–4 minutes. Spread onto parchment paper to cool and harden.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in whipped topping or whipped cream to create a fluffy mixture.
- In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer crushed cookies, praline pecans, cream mixture, and candy pieces.
- Repeat layers until all components are used, finishing with cream, pralines, and candy on top. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Store-bought pralines can be used as a shortcut.
- Add sliced fruit like bananas or apples for variety.
- Use chocolate pudding between layers for extra richness.
- Swap pecans with almonds or walnuts if preferred.
- Best made ahead and chilled for deeper flavor melding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg