APPLE SPICE CAKE TRIFLE

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We like this cake because it's economical, looks elegant and tastes delicious. Our friends enjoy it.-Norma Lee Ingle, Swan, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 20-24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups cinnamon applesauce
3 eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
1 tablespoon butter
7 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
3 cups cold milk
1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, applesauce, eggs and oil; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , In a small saucepan, cook pie filling, butter and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until butter is melted; stir until well blended. Cool. , In a large bowl, combine the milk, pudding mix, topping mix and remaining cinnamon. Beat on high until thickened, about 5 minutes; set aside. Spread a third of the whipped topping in a 6-qt. trifle bowl. , Cut cake into cubes; place half over topping. Top with half of the fruit mixture, walnuts and pudding mixture. Repeat layers. Spread with remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle with toffee bits. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.