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It’s a surprise!

By Debbiedoo's Team Published: May 7, 2011

Joining
  Rhoda for her home MAY’d summer recipe party.
We have parties to attend all weekend. Unfortunately Mike, is working:(
I usually wind up making dessert for these parties, and it is always a hit.
I adore my trifle bowl.  If you do not have one, I highly recommend you get one.
There are all sorts of recipes for desserts, but I decided to make up my own.
 First, you train your older son to help you in the kitchen. THis is a good thing, and someday his wife will thank you!

 First layer the bottom of the bowl, with your cake.
 I was lazy and did not bake one. Pound cake works wonderful!

This is what I used for the dessert.
Two sliced pound cakes
Can of pineapple
Can of mandarin oranges
Lemon pudding
cool whip
Walnuts
Maraschino cherries to top
Layer cake,
Pudding,
cool whip,
fruit,
continue to the top.
It was a delicious surprise.

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  1. Allison Nicole

    May 07, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    I am the trifle maker in my family & they all go nuts when I make one! They are so easy & yummy! I usually make mine w/angel food cake, haven't tried the pound cake yet, will have to! The one I've made the most is angel food cake, cool whip, vanilla pudding, straw., blueberries & rasberries! It is awesome, you should try it sometime! I plan on posting it next time I make it.

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  2. Glenda/MidSouth

    May 07, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    Looks and sounds yummy! I need a bowl of that to go with my coffee this morning. 😀
    Happy Mother's Day!

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  3. laurie

    May 07, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    my aunt has the very same trifle bowl and I'm telling her of this,,she makes trifle alot and no one else even tries,, lol,, its her "Thang".Have wonderful day,, so lucky to have a son who likes to cook.My son is in his thirties,, no longer at home, but is one heck of a good cook too.Its something they never regret learning.

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  4. ~Lavender Dreamer~

    May 07, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    That really does look fabulous! I hope you'll stop by 'my party' with one of your delicious creations! And yes…all 4 of my sons are good in the kitchen. They need to know how to do it ALL! ♥

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  5. linda

    May 07, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    yummmmmmmmm that looks delish go Alex go Alex:)

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  6. Lori

    May 07, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    I broke my trifle bowl, I am waiting for the perfect one to replace it. Great combo of flavors and yes, his wife will be so pleased. You keep raising great men for our wonderful women! Happy Mother's Day!

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  7. AshTreeCottage

    May 07, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    I wish my mil had trained David in the kitchen! Good job Debbie!! Your trifle looks and sounds delish. Have a very Happy Mother's Day!!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

    PS: Bentley sends Lucy a kiss!!

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  8. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style

    May 07, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    I do have a trifle bowl and don't use it enough. That looks and sounds so yummy. When I clicked on your HERE for the giveaway it took me to this post. FYI

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  9. ourlifeinaclick.blogspot.com

    May 07, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    YUM! I love trifle and yours looks amazing!!! Happy Mother's Day Debbie!

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  10. Ricki Jill Treleaven

    May 07, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    I have never made a trifle before, but I have a friend who makes them for all sorts of occasions, and you are right! They are always a big, big hit!!! 😀
    I think I might need to invest in a trifle dish! Thanks for the tutorial, Debbie!

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  11. Ann from On Sutton Place

    May 07, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    I don't have a trifle bowl but I need to get one. Your dessert looks sinful! Happy Mother's Day…~Ann

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  12. Linda @ A La Carte

    May 07, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    I love the look of this dessert. My Mom has a trifle bowl! hm

    Have a Great Mother's Day! hugs, Linda

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  13. NanaDiana

    May 07, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    Deb- I used to make these all the time..and now I haven't made one in years! I think I need to try it again-my grandkids would love this…and it makes SUCH a spectacular presentation! Yours is BEAUTIFUL! xxoo Diana

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  14. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)

    May 07, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    Looks delicious. Happy Mother's Day. Hugs, Marty

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  15. Kathy

    May 07, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    I have one and don't use it enough, wow this looks so good and I've written it down and now waiting for that special occasion…you can come to my house anytime!

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  16. Kimberly

    May 07, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Looks great! I have a bowl like that.
    Happy Mothers day and enjoy your dessert!

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  17. Susie Dally

    May 07, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    You've discovered my secret! I was lucky to find a bowl at the local dime store-really! My favorite recipe so far was: Boxed ginger bread-baked-cream cheese flavored pudding and Cool Whip folded together-stacked and sprinkled with some really cute Christmas sprinkles. I often sprinkle the cake in any recipe with cream sherry or a flavored liqueur. Everyone thinks you are a genius when you present one of these!

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  18. Gypsy Heart

    May 07, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    Looks delish! I love to do trifles ~ especially with the fresh fruits available this time of year. Thanks for the reminder!

    xo
    Pat

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  19. Val

    May 07, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    Get in my belly!!!!!! I hope you have a great Mother's Day!

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  20. Gina

    May 07, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    Oh yum! I use my trifle bowl all the time too.

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  21. housedressingblog.blogspot.com

    May 07, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    After I wipe the drool from my mouth I will be right over! Happy Mother's Day

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  22. 【ツ】 ⒶⓃⓃⒺ 【ツ】

    May 07, 2011 at 4:54 pm

    YUM!!! Now you've got me good and hungry!

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  23. My Blessed Serendipity Life

    May 07, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    Ooh Yum! Now I have to clean the drool from my keyboard.

    Danielle

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  24. Blondie's Journal

    May 07, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    I have a trifle dish I have never used…I am inspired! This looks SO good, Debbie. Have fun at your parties and Happy Mother's Day! What a great son to help you in the kitchen! 🙂

    XO,
    Jane

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  25. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting

    May 07, 2011 at 5:57 pm

    That looks soooo yummy Debbie!! Perfect summer time dessert! Have a great day tomorrow! Martina

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  26. La

    May 07, 2011 at 6:08 pm

    I HAVE MY SPOON READY TO DIG IN…

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  27. Pam

    May 07, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    Yummy, I was so glad you listed the recipe! Happy Mother Day!

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  28. Sarah

    May 07, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    Looks delicious! Have fun at the parties and Happy Mother's Day, Debbie. ~ Sarah
    PS
    A man in the kitchen is always a good thing!

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  29. cheeky curves

    May 07, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    A couple of times a year I make trifles. Bakes ones are lovely. always on the look out for a new recipe. yours look yummy..A great bowl always makes a trifle look great

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  30. Cindy

    May 07, 2011 at 11:59 pm

    LOOKS YUMMY!!!

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  31. Ocean Breezes and Country Sneezes

    May 08, 2011 at 12:51 am

    Looks delicious Debbie, and you are so right about training those boys!!!

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  32. Linda

    May 08, 2011 at 1:23 am

    Ooh that looks wonderful, Debbie, and I love the photo of the daisies! Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day!

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  33. The Polka Dot Closet

    May 08, 2011 at 2:06 am

    Debbie, you are right, it makes a gorgeous presentation! YUMMMMMM

    Carol

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  34. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal

    May 08, 2011 at 4:16 am

    This one looks really good. I love lemon. I have a recipe for one that uses kahlua and mini chocolate chips. Heaven I tell you.

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  35. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal

    May 08, 2011 at 4:17 am

    Oh Happy Mothers Day!

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  36. Carrie @ Dittle Dattle

    May 08, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    Your dessert looks so YUMMY and easy to do!
    Happy Mother's Day

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  37. Pattie

    May 08, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    Debbie have a Happy Mother's Day…my friend

    Love,
    Pattie

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  38. Victoria

    May 08, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    Happy Mother's Day Debbie!!! Bummer that your hubby's working, Kyran works today too…boohoo. Have a wonderful day and teaching your son to cook is a good thing!

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  39. Katherines Corner

    May 08, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    Happy Mothers Day. Big Hugs

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  40. Farah Muzaffar

    May 08, 2011 at 5:04 pm

    Happy Mother's Day …
    And what a perfect gift you got Debb… It looks so yummy I have water in my mouth now…
    I am sure you will be glad if you come to me at
    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    Love
    Farah

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  41. The Sterling Cherub

    May 08, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    Goodness, it's so beautiful I'd hate to cut into it! Sound and looks delicious!

    Happy Mother's Day!

    Best,

    Kimberly

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  42. Carol

    May 08, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    Debbie,
    What an inspiration! I should use my trifle bowl more. If it was footed, I think I would.
    Happy Mother's Day!

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  43. Terry @ La Bella Vie

    May 08, 2011 at 10:27 pm

    OK now I have to go get a Trifle bowl and here all this time I never knew I needed one and now I can't wait to make a Trifle! That reminds me of the episode on Friends years ago when Rachel made a Trifle and accidently put peas in it! Oh the silly things we remember…
    Happy Mothers Day!
    Terry

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  44. Shelia

    May 09, 2011 at 12:49 am

    Happy Birthday, Debbie Dear! That looks so good! How nice to have such a handsome helper in the kitchen.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

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  45. Tys

    May 09, 2011 at 2:15 am

    This is great! I need to make these, went to a pampered chef party one time and I swear it was like a 5 minute magic show… poof… awesome dessert!

    Very Happy Mothers Day to you Debbie!

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  46. Life in Rehab

    May 09, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    Trifle is my go to dessert too. Can you even make a bad trifle?

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  47. Dee

    May 09, 2011 at 10:44 pm

    I can never pass on dessert. I bet there were no leftovers.
    Your son looks like a pro mixing the pudding.

    Dee

    Reply
  48. Traci

    May 10, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    What a pretty dessert! It sounds delicious!!!

    Reply

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