MAKEOVER CRANBERRY TRIFLE

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You'd never guess that this showstopper fruit trifle recipe has been lightened up because it boasts all of the original's festive flavor, but only half the fat and way fewer calories! -Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 loaves (10-3/4 ounces each) frozen reduced-fat pound cake, thawed and cubed

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Cook over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes. Cool completely., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., Place a third of the cake cubes in a 3-qt. trifle bowl; top with a third of the cranberry mixture and a third of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.