Almond Cake Cannoli Trifle

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 box (18.25oz) yellow cake mix
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 can (14oz) almond paste
• 1 bottle (7oz) cannoli filling (e.g., vanilla or chocolate)
• 1 container (8oz) whipped topping, thawed
• 1 package (6oz) sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking and assembly time)
• Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare yellow cake mix according to package instructions and bake in a 9x13 inch baking dish until done. Let cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, combine almond paste and cannoli filling. Stir in thawed whipped topping.
3. Cut cooled cake into cubes or triangles and place a layer in the bottom of a trifle dish or large glass bowl.
4. Spread half of the almond-cannoli mixture over the cake layer.
5. Repeat with another layer of cake, then top with remaining almond-cannoli mixture.
6. Garnish with toasted almond slices.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approx. 450-500 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used)
• Fat: Approx. 25-30g fat per serving (including saturated fat)
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 55-65g carbs per serving
• Protein: Approx. 8-10g protein per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Layered dessert with a combination of almond cake, cannoli filling, and whipped topping.
• Rich, sweet, and creamy with a crunchy almond topping.
• Unique and creative dish that combines different flavors and textures.

User Comments:

• "This dessert was amazing! The combination of almond cake and cannoli filling was unexpected but absolutely delicious."
• "The layers were perfect and the toasted almonds added a nice crunchy texture."
• "This dish was a hit with my family and friends. The preparation was easy and the result was impressive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use quality ingredients for best results.
• Toast the almond slices for added flavor and crunchiness.
• Allow the trifle to refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
• This dish is rich and may be served as a special dessert or as part of a larger meal.