Last Updated on April 4, 2023 by Kimberly Stroh
There are so many reasons why I love a mini trifle for dessert. They can be made ahead of time, they look elegant and they’re great individual desserts when you don’t want a huge portion of food. Mini Trifles can be prepared ahead of time which is great when you’re entertaining. So stack up your dessert layers and enjoy these minis!

My obsession with Mini Trifle recipes started when it was just my Husband and I. I love serving a complete dinner and making a dessert. For the two of us, we didn’t need big sheet cakes or cheesecake that we’d have to eat off of for days. That’s when I decided a smaller mini trifle would be plenty for us. It’s just a bit of something sweet without being too heavy.
Then, when the BIG 2020 event hit, we weren’t having extended family over the holidays. I need a smaller dessert when extended family isn’t over to celebrate. We’re never going to pass on dessert, so that isn’t an option. The mini trifle is my answer! Small servings, but something sweet for everyone to enjoy.
Looking for even more great dessert options? Here are some Savvy Mama reader favorites:
21 Scrumptious Mini Trifle Recipes
Perfect as an individual dessert, these mini trifle recipes make life a bit easier. There's no need for heavy desserts or leftovers. Plus, you can prep them ahead of time!
If you love the classic Italian Tiramisu dessert, you're going to love the added layer of strawberry. This chic mini trifle would be great for a romantic dinner for two.
There's no dessert that describes summer more than S'mores. This S'mores mini trifle is a throwback to your favorite dessert flavor as a kid. Imagine the chocolately goodness of dipping your spoon into this trifle!
Cinnamon is one of my favorite fall flavors. This mini trifle has a crumbly streusel topping that you'd typically find on coffeecakes or muffine. When it's layered with creamy goodnesss, the combination is unbeatable!
If apple is your favorite fall flavor, you've got to try this Mini Apple Pie Trifle recipe. It's has graham cracker layers, creamy caramel layer and fresh sauteed apples on top.
If you're serving dessert for a patriotic summer gathering, these mini trifles are adorable! I love the fresh berries for pops of color and the sponge cake.
If you have leftover Eggnog from the holidays, you've got to put together these No Bake Mini Eggnog Trifles. You can make them for a New Year's celebration.
I'm all about boozy desserts. A dark spiced rum adds plenty of flavor depth to these elegent mini dessert trifles.
Clementines can finally get the recognition they deserve with this individual mini trifle that features the wintertime fruit.
Who doesn't love Oreo Cookies? Here's a fantastic new way to enjoy them! These Cookies & Cream Mini Trifles are awesome for summer gatherings.
I love making lemon desserts for springtime. These Lemon trifles would be great for Easter brunch or dinner!
Cherry and chocolate go together and nobody can argue that! Everone needs to try the amazing flavors of black forest in a trifle form.
Remember the strawberry pretzel cake that your grandmother made? It's a classic! Bring together salty and sweet with these amazing Strawberry Pretzel Trifles
If you buy store-bought brownies you can save a TON of time making these cute Fruit and Brownie Trifles for dessert.
If you need a cute individual Christmas dessert, bring the flavor of peppermint to the table with this easy Chocolate Mini Peppermint Trifles.
If you have leftover Halloween candy, and you're a fan of peanut butter cups, make this Reeses Peanut Butter S'Mores Trifle!