Recipe: Easy Trifle

From: Susan,.TN

Easy Trifle

1 small package ladyfingers cookies or a small sponge cake, cut into pieces
1 large pkg vanilla pudding, prepared according to package directions and cooled
1 can cherry or raspberry pie filling, or 1 pound fresh berries *note below
brandy, rum, or a sweet liqueur like Kirsch(optional)
1 pint heavy whipping cream, whipped and sweetened with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Chill for at least 2 hours

In a glass serving bowl, make a layer of one half of the ladyfingers or sponge cake pieces, sprinkle liberally with brandy, Kirsch, or rum. Add, in order, one half of the berries or pie filling, one half of the prepared and cooled pudding, and one half of the sweetened whipped cream.
Repeat with remaining cake, fruit, pudding, and whipped cream.

*If using fresh berries, clean thoroughly. In a small saucepan, stir together 1/2 cup cold water, 3 Tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspooon cornstarch.
Add the berries, reserving a few to decorate the top, and cook, stirring occasionally, over low heat until it thickens. Cool.