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Quick and easy snacks and desserts are best, aren't they? This Peach Vanilla Cheesecake Trifle is simple to whip up and will be sure to impress all your family and friends!
Growing up, I absolutely loved dirt cup for summer kids desserts. Heck, I still love me some dirt cup. You know, that classic mix of Jell-O pudding, Cool Whip, and crushed up chocolate sandwich cookies. Ahhh, glorious, glorious dirt cup.
Now that I'm an adult-ish, I suppose it might behove me (did I really just use the word behove?? ...that's very adult) to update those simple snack recipes like dirt cup to a more grown-up, slightly sophisticated version.
But good news kids. This Peach Vanilla Cheesecake Trifle isn't just for grown-ups. You'll love it too. It's just like dirt cup... promise.
Is anyone else completely obsessed with peaches this time of year? I'm a total sucker for peach crisp. And peach pie. I'm also super excited to try this Peach Salsa recipe my blogging bud Sandra just posted over at Kitchen Apparel. That's sure to an awesome quick and easy snack 😉
And this Peach Vanilla Cheesecake Trifle? It's so super simple to whip up. Even admist this whole hectic back-to-school time of year. Because let's admit it. School time might be breathing down our necks, but the weather is still fine and we want to live it up with family and friends for a few more weeks.
Asheley may or may not have caught me licking the bowls of the cheesecake and pudding layers. Don't worry, she's a good wife... she joined in 🙂
And then we happily devoured this peach vanilla cheesecake trifle with some friends. #summerforthewin
Delicious Recipes - Peach Vanilla Cheesecake Trifle
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
for the Cheesecake layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
for the Vanilla Pudding layer
- 2 small boxes Jell-O instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 ½ cups milk
- ½ (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
for the Peach layer
- 6 peaches, peeled and sliced
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 lemon, juiced
for the Cookie layer
- 1 (11 ounce) container vanilla wafer-style cookies (i.e. Nilla Wafers), crushed
Instructions
for the Cheesecake layer
- In the bowl of your stand mixer or in a medium mixing bowl fitted with an electric hand mixer, whip together the cream cheese, mascarpone, vanilla extract, and sugar until light and fluffy. Gently fold in Cool Whip by hand.
for the Vanilla Pudding layer
- Combine pudding mix and milk in a medium mixing bowl, stirring constantly for 2 minutes (as per package directions). Let stand at least 5 minutes, then gently fold in Cool Whip.
for the Peach layer
- Combine sliced peaches, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium mixing bowl. Let sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- In a serving bowl, layer crushed vanilla wafer cookies, vanilla pudding, peaches, and cheesecake. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve. Devour with intensity.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
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Matt Robinson
Seriously yummy Chris, nice job with this! Your photos are really impressive.
Chris
Thanks so much Matt! Really appreciate the kind compliment!
Sandra
Oh heck, yes! I need this dessert. This is just so much more interesting then the traditional one with bananas. Peaches are a much better idea. Oh and you will love the salsa, and I'm sure you'll put your own twist on it...habaneros perhaps?
Chris
Yes, habanero is a great idea!!!
Christine
wow I haven't thought about dirt cups in SO long, what a throwback!!! (and yes, I loved them too!). Def using that Cool Whip coupon because I buy it on nearly every shopping trip in the summer, and on my next one I think I'm gonna have to use it to make this!! Wow, this trifle looks incredible, and the step-by-step photos are especially appreciated - looks fab Chris!
Chris
Thanks so much Christine!
Melanie
Peach and vanilla? Yummo!
Pinning.
Enjoy your last days before school starts back!
Chris
Thanks Melanie!
CakePants
A cheesecake dessert that I don't have to worry about the surface cracking or sinking or the crust falling apart? Sign me up! This looks AMAZING, and yes, peaches are totally obsession-worthy in my book, too 🙂
Chris
Hahah exactly CakePants!
marcie
I love trifles, and this peachy summer version looks delicious! I never knew about dirt cups as a kid…totally deprived, right? My kids do and love them. They'd be all over this!
Chris
What?!?! You never knew about dirt cup as a kid?! So sad!
Sarah
I'm totally obsessed with peaches too. Are you sure this serves 8? I'm pretty sure that looks like a single-serving for Sarah:)
Chris
Hahahaha you totally rock. Best comment ever.
David
This is one awesome grown-up version of an easy snack! I love it! Plus, you used peaches...and peaches make everything better. You nailed it, my good man! #WolfpackEats
Chris
Agreed. Peaches make everything better 🙂
Becca from It's Yummi!
Umm, excuse me...peaches and BACON 😉
This looks seriously delicious, Chris!
Kristi
Ok, this is beautiful - and I want to eat it - now! 🙂
Chris
Thanks Kristi!
Lori
OMGosh - I am DROOLING!!! This recipe is fantastic! Thank you Chris! #client
★★★★★
Chris
Thanks Lori!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
A Cheesecake Trifle?!! I love this!! Brilliant!!
Chris
Thanks Alice 🙂
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps
Duh!! Totally still love dirt cups! Heck ya. BUT I do have to see these updated "grown up" versions look to die for Chris!
Chris
Hahha thanks Nicole!
Olivia - Primavera Kitchen
Wowww Chris! This is such a great dessert! Love easy and yummy dessert like this one. And your tutorial pictures are stunning 😉
★★★★★
Chris
Thanks so much Olivia!
Cindy
Ugh, back to school is starting for us. Bye bye summer vacation. Hope you enjoy every last minute of yours.
This peach and vanilla combo sounds so delicious! This trifle is just beautiful.
Chris
I'm not ready for summer to be over!!!! wahhhhhhhh hahaha
Taylor
I JUST made and shot my first trifle...and it was one hot mess, yours is so pretty!! And peaches with cheesecake? You know i am about to go face first into this! Pinned!
Chris
Hahaha what happened with your trifle?!?!?!
Claudia
Consequently mouth watering! That seems amazing.
Chris
Thanks Claudia!
Kathy
Great pics and the triffle looks delicious too Chris
★★★★★
Chris
Thanks so much Kathy!
Tina
Yumm, I love trifles and this one looks esp delish!
Chris
Oh, it is 😉 hahahah
Mike
Layers upon layers of pure awesomeness. What can I say man??? This is legendary.
I just wish I could have a slice (or maybe two) before my triathlon on Sunday, I'm positive it will provide all the necessary energy to push me to the finish line. Plus, running on a full stomach is definitely better. Don't you think?
#WolfPackEats
Chris
Doing anything on a full stomach is better. Expect maybe eating. That you want an empty stomach 😉
Ceara
You just bought trifle to the next level - this beats the trad. Christmas trifle (I was never really a fan of anyways to be honest). And I am glad to hear I am not the only one with a peach obsession out there!! 🙂
Chris
Thanks so much Ceara!
shashi
OMGEEEEE - we are the same age- "adult-ish"!!!! I had no idea!!!! 🙂
You and David are killing me with all these decadent lactose FULL recipes - I wanna dive right into that bowl - forget about sharing! GAH!
Chris
"adult-ish" indeed!
Bill
I've been on a serious peach tear this summer, too! After all, I'm in Georgia and they're everywhere. This trifle looks fantastic, Chris! Gotta try this one.
Chris
Georgia peaches are the best, Bill! You lucky guy!
Nicole
Is it weird that I have always been a little turned off by the dirt cup thing? But your peachy version looks amazing! Gimme that dish and a spoon 🙂
Chris
It's okay Nicole, I forgive you for your silly thinking about dirt cup lol! But you'll totally redeem yourself by making this and devouring 🙂
Consuelo - Honey & Figs
Did you just say peach and cheesecake in the same sentence?? :O
This.
Triffle.
It needs to happen in my life as soon as possible. Oohhhh it looks delicious! I would so lick the bowl clean as well hehehe.
Chris
Hahaha I agree. It needs to happen in your life immediately 🙂
Bianca
I like anything with the word cheesecake, but even more so if it's quick and easy cheesecake! I would totally lick the bowl too!
Chris
Lol glad to know I'm not the only one that licks the bowl!
Beth
I don't know how I'm just now seeing this, but it looks like HEAVEN. I seriously can't get over those layers! Trifles are always just so good. Dirt cups forever!
Chris
Dirt cups forever indeed!
Jessica
This dessert looks fantastic! And oh so American, I love it!
Chris
Thanks Jessica 🙂
Pamela
YUM! I want this entire thing. Please!
Chris
Hahaha I know the feeling!
Cate
Um yes, totally obsessed with peaches this time of year! And obsessed with your trifle! This looks delicious!! What a fun way to use peaches!
Chris
Thanks so much Cate!
Kelly
I can't get enough of peaches right now - they're so good! Love that you loaded this pretty trifle with them too! Looks like one phenomenal grown-up version! Yum..I'll take that entire bowl please- no spoon required 🙂
Chris
Hahaha just dive head first into the bowl 🙂
Amy | Club Narwhal
Oh man, I totally loved dirt cup cakes, too (I mean, what kid didn't?)! I love your grown up spin on it. Especially the peaches 🙂
Chris
Thanks Amy!
Thalia
I have never made a trifle before. You have definitely inspired to make one and create your recipe.. this trifle looks seriously delicious!
Chris
Thanks so much Thalia!
Tamara Coleman
Holy DELICIOUSNESS! Now, this is what I'm talking about 🙂
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Chris
Thanks so much Tamara!
Deborah L Martz
This recipe was the best peach recipe I've ever made. It makes a generous size that I took to a picnic. Everyone loved it. Refreshing and light, well at least for me it was
Aubrie
This is a huge favorite in our house. Thank you for the recipe! My mother-in-law requests it almost every year for her birthday. It’s also easy to make gluten free by simply subbing gluten free vanilla wafers for the regular.