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Punch Bowl Cake

This is essentially a trifle, but it looks all the more magnificent in a giant punch bowl.
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Course Dessert

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (prepared according to package directions)
  • 2 containers whipped topping (8 oz, each)
  • 2 cans cherry pie filling (large size)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 large box instant vanilla pudding (6 serving size)
  • 1 regular box instant vanilla pudding (4 serving size)
  • milk to prepare pudding mixes
  • 1 jar maraschino cherries with stems

Instructions
 

  • Bake yellow cake mix according to directions on box. Let cool. Prepare both puddings and mix together in a bowl. Prepare pudding mixes according to package directions, and let chill in the refrigerator.
  • In a punch bowl, large glass bowl, or a trifle dish, place 1/2 can of cherry pie filling and spread evenly. Crumble 1/2 of the cooled cake and sprinkle over pie filling. Spoon 1/2 of the pudding over the cake, sprinkle with 1/2 of the drained pineapple, another 1/2 can cherry pie filling, 1 carton whipped topping, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  • Repeat layers until ingredients are used up. Cover and refrigerator overnight (the longer the better). To serve, drain maraschino cherries and place stemmed cherries decoratively on top. Serves 10 to 15 people, depending on the size of the portions. Refrigerate any leftovers. Enjoy!