Orange and Gingerbread Trifle

Ingredients

Gingerbread cake

4 cups, cubed

Orange juice

1/2 cup

Orange liqueur

1/4 cup

Oranges

2, segmented

Vanilla pudding

2 cups, prepared

Whipped cream

2 cups, for topping

Candied ginger

1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)

Orange zest

1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a trifle dish or glass bowl, layer half of the cubed gingerbread cake.
2. Drizzle half of the orange juice and orange liqueur over the gingerbread cake, allowing it to soak in.
3. Arrange half of the orange segments on top of the cake, distributing them evenly.
4. Spread half of the prepared vanilla pudding over the oranges, smoothing it out with a spatula.
5. Repeat the layering process with the remaining gingerbread cake, orange juice, orange liqueur, orange segments, and vanilla pudding.
6. Top the trifle with whipped cream, creating a fluffy layer on the very top.
7. Sprinkle with chopped candied ginger and orange zest for an extra pop of flavor and decor.
8. Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy the festive flavors!