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Coca Cola Trifle Recipe

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Coca Cola Trifle is a refreshing and unique gelatin dessert combining the sweetness of cherry-flavored gelatin, Coca Cola, crushed pineapple, and cherries, topped with a creamy whipped topping and cream cheese mixture. This easy no-bake trifle is perfect for gatherings or a cool treat on a warm day.

Ingredients

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Gelatin and Liquid Mixture

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

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Topping

  • 8 ounces thawed whipped topping
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • Maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Juice Base: Measure out 1 cup each of the reserved pineapple and cherry juices. Add water if needed to ensure you have a total of 2 cups of juice.
  2. Heat Juices: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the combined juices 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 mixture until completely dissolved.
  4. Add Coca Cola and Chill: Slowly stir in the Coca Cola into the gelatin mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to cool and thicken to a syrup-like consistency.
  5. Mix in Fruit and Nuts: Remove plastic wrap, then gently stir in the crushed pineapple, cherries, and chopped walnuts until well combined.
  6. Set the Gelatin: Spoon the 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 Topping: Just before serving, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Add the thawed whipped topping and continue mixing until well combined.
  8. Assemble and Serve: Spread the topping mixture evenly over the set gelatin. Garnish with maraschino cherries. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure juices are measured accurately for proper gelatin set.
  • Using glass bottle Coca Cola enhances flavor but regular Coca Cola works fine.
  • For best results, let the gelatin set overnight.
  • Be gentle when stirring in fruit and nuts to avoid breaking the gelatin texture.
  • Keep refrigerated until serving to maintain firmness.

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