Cherry Cheesecake Gingerbread Trifle

Directions

1. Step 1
   Prepare cake according to package instructions. Cool completely.

2. Step 2
   Cut cake into 1 inch squares; layer half of the cake in the bottom of an 8 inch trifle dish.

3. Step 3
   In a large chilled mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract.

4. Step 4
   Using chilled beaters, beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.

5. Step 5
   Cut cream cheese into four pieces and add them to whipped cream.

6. Step 6
   Continue beating on high speed until cream cheese is fully incorporated.

7. Step 7
   Layer half of cream cheese mixture on top of gingerbread cake in trifle dish.

8. Step 8
   Top with one can cherry fruit filling.

9. Step 9
   Repeat layers, ending with cherry fruit filling on top.