Aperol Spritz Trifle

When you want a show-stopping dessert, there are few dishes that are as glorious as a trifle. This old-school English dessert dates back as early as the 16th century as a way to use up stale pieces of cake. While the origins of a trifle are decidedly humble, they’ve evolved to become more elaborate over the years. The alternating layers of cake, cream, custard, fruit, and even gelatin are meant to not only taste decadent, but also look visually stunning.

This trifle draws inspiration from everybody’s favorite summer cocktail: the Aperol Spritz. This popular beverage fuses effervescent Prosecco, a bittersweet and bright Italian aperitivo, and fresh orange. We include all three of those ingredients in this layered dessert. It’s like an adult version of an orange Creamsicle!

We love the idea of having individual trifles to serve at your next summer party. But if you’re looking to make a bigger statement, this recipe can also make one large trifle. But no matter how you serve it, this colorful dessert is the quintessential summer treat.

The lengthy list of components may seem daunting, but this dessert is more approachable than you’d think. We take some measured shortcuts by doctoring up boxed cake mix, instant pudding, and store-bought jam. But the best part of this recipe is that everything can be made in advance.

Each layer of this Aperol Spritz trifle can be premade and stored in the fridge in airtight containers for up to 3 days. You can also assemble the dessert the day before you want to serve—just make sure to cover the trifles in plastic wrap.

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