Whether you're celebrating with your love, spending the day with family, or cuddling at home with your furry friend, we've got a delightfully easy layered dessert for you this Valentine's Day.
Happy Valentine's Day, friends!
Ah yes, the most dreaded day of the year (even for those who ARE in a relationship *cough cough*). It's the day we get a little more lovey than usual and overspend- as if we can't do either of these things any other day of year...
It's funny because I think I might be one of the few in my age group who actually remembers Valentine's Day being celebrated as Saint Valentine's Day. Do you remember when it was more than just heart-cutouts and roses?
For a while, I never understood the correlation between the martyrdom of Saint Valentine and...romance? To this day, I think some are still left baffled. I remember when I was much younger, one Valentine's Day my mother gifted me the book of Saint Valentine. The romantic connotations came from the story that while imprisoned, shortly before his death, Valentine sent a letter to a woman with whom he had fallen in love and signed off with, “From your Valentine.”
That's just one story, and while the life of Valentine remains shrouded in some mystery, the stories of this saint elucidate that he was a caring, valiant, and most importantly, romantic figure in Western culture.
So, today we celebrate Saint Valentine and all that he fought for and all that he represents- to have courage in the face of adversity, that a simple act of kindness can be the most powerful source of strength, and that even when the world seems dark and dismal, love is the flicker of light that gives us all hope and a reason to carry on.
I'm taking it easy this year, playing it low-key and just enjoying my time at home. I am preparing something nice to enjoy with all the comforts of home and simply being with the ones I love. So, to keep in the spirit of the day, I opted to make something easy and accessible. It is Valentine's Day, after all, and this dessert is indulgent, pretty and the best part, easy.
That's where today's recipe comes in - Cherry & Vanilla Mousse Trifles with Toasted Granola. It's a practically no-bake dessert inspired by my mother's beloved cherry crumble.
I wanted to kick things up a notch and to do so, I decided to create an airy French Vanilla mousse, between layers of cherry pie filling, then finished off with toasted granola.
Cherry & Vanilla Mousse Trifles with Toasted Granola
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 individual trifles 1x
Ingredients
- 1 - 21 oz. can Cherry Pie Filling
- 1 package French Vanilla Mousse (My personal favorite is Dr Oetker French Vanilla Mousse)- prepared as directed
For the Granola Topping:
- 1 cup all-natural rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons wheat germ
- 1/4 cup chopped or slivered almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small cast iron pan, combine all ingredients for the granola and mix with a pastry blended.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes until golden. Remove and let cool completely.
Assembly:
- In 8 oz. mason jars, layer your trifles beginning with equal parts mousse and pie filling. You will get about four layers in total. Top generously with the granola. Serve if desired with whipped cream and serve immediately.
- These can be made ahead of time as well. Cover each mason jar and store in the fridge before serving. Once ready to serve, present as is or with whipped cream. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
I served these up in individual jars but it would be just as pretty in a glass serving dish if you're hosting a large crowd (perfect for Galentine's Day celebrations ;)). Personally, for the event, I felt the individual jars add an intimate touch. And if you feel like splurging, a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream or chocolate syrup will do the trick.
Have a beautiful day, friends and however you are celebrating this day, just be sure to enjoy. I'll probably be baking away and sharing to our IG stories, so if you like, keep up with me on Instagram and we can spend the day together.
Hugs,
Tammy<3
angiesrecipes says
Creamy, fruity and crunchy...that's a fantastic combo!
Catherine says
Thank you Angie, Happy Valentine's Day!!
Jordan says
Ohhh my gosh! I must make these asap!
Catherine says
Thank you.
Chiara says
a really wonderful combo, Happy Valentine's Day !
Catherine says
Thank you my friend. xo
Stacie says
This might be the best dessert I've ever laid eyes on. I LOVE the shots, and this looks so good.
Catherine says
Thank you and it is easy to put together too.
DAVID J MYERS says
Catherine, While your trifles are very lovely and I'm sure we'd really enjoy them, my bride decided on 3 meals out for our Valentine's celebration. Last night it was Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, for Valentine's Day Breakfast it was Master Donuts where we picked up breakfast croissants and she topped hers off with a cream cheese Danish and I had an apple fritter. I'm doing steaks and fries for dinner tonight and our treat tomorrow will be Gus's Fried Chicken! No cooking for my Sweetie on or around this holiday! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Catherine says
Dave that sounds both delicious and fun too. Have a beautiful weekend.
Erin says
This looks delicious! Not too heavy or sweet, I love it 🙂 And desserts in mason jars are just so much more fu.
Catherine says
Thank you.
Chad says
I am not joking i am gonna make this right now! I have all the ingredients! i can't wait for the final product...Thank you for the awesome recipe.
Chad
http://www.mosaicslab.com
Catherine says
Thank you Chad and I hope you enjoy it.
Angell T says
Holy moly! You have my ready to throw all my good eating in the trash!! Yum!
Maggie Unzueta says
Hmmm I'm drooling! This looks soooo delicious! Can't wait to try this.
Catherine says
Thank you.
Catherine Santiago Jose says
Wow, your recipe looks really delicious and look so easy to make. I really wanted to try this recipe today for my sisters and I am sure they are going to love it!
Catherine says
Thank you Catherine. I hope that you and your sisters enjoy it.
Joyce says
One can be filled with so much joy by just reading this. A sweet tooth like me would want to indulge and will probably keep the ingredients on hand.
John Mulindi says
Thinking of preparing this over the weekend! Thanks for sharing with us this great dessert.
Sara Welch says
This recipe looks so decadent and fulfilling and your presentation is beautiful!
Catherine says
Thank you Sara
Yeah Lifestyle says
What a great idea to pair these flavours with granola - not something I would have thought to do! They look absolutely delicious.
Catherine says
Thank you.
Jasmine Hewitt says
i love different flavor pairings. this sounds really yummy and easy to make
Shar says
Oh my goodness these look and sound absolutely amazing! It would have been perfect for Valentines day... I'll definitely save it for next year 🙂
Nikki says
This recipe sounds and looks absolutely amazing. I also love the fact that it’s so easy and quick to make and healthy.
Preet says
Oh wow, this one is a winner. Looks delightful and tasty. Everyone can dig in right now!
Catherine says
Thank you.
Sue-Tanya Mchorgh says
Oh la la. This cherry vanilla mouse trifles with toasted granola looks so tasty. I can't wait to try this on my own.
Catherine says
Thank you. I hope you enjoy it.
Felecia Monique says
Ummm yum!! These look so delicious! I’m gonna bookmark this recipe for later!
Catherine says
thank you.
Elizabeth Keene says
What a delicious treat. I love that you put them in Mason Jars. So adorable.
XOXO
Elizabeth Keene
https://akeenesenseofstyle.com
Catherine says
Thank you.
Sincerely Miss J says
Your recipe looks and sounds really delicious. I love how easy it is to make. Thanks for sharing.
Catherine says
Thank you.
Mika says
This looks so good, and bet it tastes as good as it looks! Thanks for sharing!
Catherine says
thank you.
Kiwi says
Sounds like a delicious breakfast treat. I would also make these as brunch apps if I hosted another brunch party.
Toni says
This is so good!! Perfect Valentine's Day treat! Really amazing!
Katie says
Made this for the family and it was a hit!
Pamela says
These look so delicious and elegant! I love the toasted granola on top!
Jayne says
Love these ingredients! Cherrys and Granola are amazing together.
Jessica Formicola says
I made these for dessert last week and they were incredible! Definitely making them again for Valentine's Day!
Scarlet says
I have been so in the mood for cherries lately and your trifles look mouth wateringly good with those layers of vanilla mousse and cherry and granola. Yum!
moozi says
VANILLA MOUSES TOASTED IS REALLY UMMY IN TASTE ,,,,,
AM SO ENJOY THIS ,,,,,,,,,
RATE THIS TRY IN LAST LUNCH ,,,,,,, ITS SUPPER COOL ,,,
YOU MAKE LAST LUNCH FULL OF LOL
THANK YOU