Apricot-Cherry Trifle

Health score
14%
Apricot-Cherry Trifle
45 min.
4
432kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of desserts with this Apricot-Cherry Trifle, a perfect treat for any occasion! With its vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this layered dessert will surely impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. The combination of juicy apricots and succulent bing cherries creates a symphony of taste and texture that's light yet luxurious.

This trifle is not just visually appealing; it's also a healthier dessert option, as it's made with nonfat yogurt that provides a creamy, tangy layer while keeping the calorie count in check. The angel food cake adds a light and airy texture that pairs wonderfully with the fruity puree and yogurt mixture. Each spoonful is a refreshing blend of sweetness balanced with a hint of tartness from the fresh fruits, making it a delightful choice for enjoying on a warm day or during festive gatherings.

The preparation is simple and quick, taking only 45 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're serving it as a dessert after dinner or as a delightful brunch treat, this Apricot-Cherry Trifle is sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Get ready to bring a dash of elegance to your table with this delicious and easy-to-make dessert that not only tastes amazing but will also brighten up your day!

Ingredients

  •  angel food cake cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • tablespoon all-natural apricot nectar 
  •  apricots pitted ripe halved
  • cup bing cherries pitted halved
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 2.5 cups nonfat yogurt plain
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cook first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan over low heat for about 10 minutes or until apricots start to release juices.
  2. Remove from heat; set aside.
  3. Lay cake slices on waxed paper. Using a standard "rocks" glass, cut out 12 circles of cake. When apricots are cool, puree in blender 2 minutes or until smooth. Cover, and refrigerate 30 minutes. Stir yogurt into apricot mixture.
  4. Place a few cherry halves on the bottom of a rocks glass. Spoon 2 tablespoons yogurt-apricot mixture over cherries; cover with a slice of cake; repeat twice. Top with cherries and a drizzle of yogurt-apricot mixture.
  5. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories432kcal
Protein15.41%
Fat1.59%
Carbs83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.42
Glycemic Load
1.99
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.564347909844%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.93mg
Epicatechin
2.49mg
Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Quercetin
0.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.62kcal
21.58%
Fat:0.77g
1.19%
Saturated Fat:0.23g
1.45%
Carbohydrates:90.74g
30.25%
Net Carbohydrates:86.66g
31.51%
Sugar:59.26g
65.85%
Cholesterol:3.06mg
1.02%
Sodium:558.28mg
24.27%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Protein:16.85g
33.7%
Phosphorus:450.18mg
45.02%
Vitamin A:2195IU
43.9%
Calcium:411.16mg
41.12%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.52%
Selenium:18.57µg
26.53%
Potassium:648.17mg
18.52%
Fiber:4.08g
16.33%
Vitamin B12:0.96µg
15.99%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.1%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.36%
Vitamin C:9.31mg
11.28%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.46%
Magnesium:41.65mg
10.41%
Folate:34.47µg
8.62%
Copper:0.12mg
6.18%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.86%
Iron:1.04mg
5.77%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.26%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.39%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.25%
Vitamin K:2.21µg
2.11%
Source:Epicurious