The Best Trifle Bowls

Anchor Hocking Monaco Footed Trifle Bowl with Stand

Glass Half-Full

This elegant glass trifle bowl is a timeless classic.

Best Overall

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This three-quart glass bowl from Anchor Hocking is a beautiful way to show off your desserts. The heavy and durable design is a versatile mix of classic and modern styles, ensuring that it can fit in with any decor and on any occasion. Made to be safe for the microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher, it resists warping and staining for a long-lasting solution to your dessert-serving problem. When you’re not hosting, consider using it as a fruit bowl or centerpiece to show off its beauty every day.

Pros:

• Safe for use in the microwave, freezer, and dishwasher
• With clean lines and a timeless design, it’s a piece that will never go out of style
• The three-quart size is perfect for dinner parties or gatherings thanks to the large capacity

Cons:

• The packaging the bowl arrives in isn’t the most durable
• There may be some minor flaws in the glass of the bowl

Godinger Dublin Tasters Trifle 16-Piece Set

Up Close and Personal

These single-serving dishes are perfect for personalized portions.

Best for Individual Servings

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Instantly elevate your at-home desserts with these classy and classic serving dishes from Godinger. The set includes eight bowls and eight matching spoons for a cohesive presentation for all your guests. Perfect for mini trifles, ice cream, or pudding, this beautiful set is the ideal addition to your dishware to add a hint of elegance. Plus, when they’re not in use, the dishes can stack together to save space and make storage easier.

Pros:

• With eight bowls and eight matching spoons, this offers a complete serving set for the entire table
• The clear glass design allows you to see the dessert, making it perfect for trifles or other colorful creations
• Matching products are sold separately so you can create a complete serving set

Cons:

• At only 3″ in diameter, the cups are fairly small and intended for individual portions
• The cups are fragile so must be handled carefully to avoid breaking

Godinger Lumina Trifle Bowl

Connect the Dots

This dot-covered pedestal bowl is a perfect way to show off your masterful desserts.

Most Ornate

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The perfect present for weddings or housewarming parties, we think this eye-catching Godinger bowl will become a fast favorite. Whether you buy it for yourself or give it as a gift, it’s a versatile piece you can turn to again and again. The bowl’s exterior is covered in an elegant pattern of raised dots, giving texture to the otherwise classic shape. The thick construction adds durability, while the high quality keeps it from looking bulky. Use it for everything from fruit salads to trifles for a centerpiece that’s sure to be the star of the show.

Pros:

• The bowl is the perfect size for parties, allowing you to make enough dessert for many people at once
• Made from sturdy and durable glass, this bowl will hold up well even with frequent use
• The raised dot pattern is a unique finish to this otherwise classic style

Cons:

• To best maintain the bowl, it should be hand-washed
• It doesn’t come with any matching serving utensils, which will need to be purchased separately

Anchor Hocking Presence Party Bowl

Have Trifle, Will Travel

The addition of a plastic lid ensures you can take this bowl almost anywhere.

Best for Travel

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This three-quart bowl from Anchor Hocking is the perfect solution to potlucks, picnics, and other large gatherings. Its heavy-duty glass makes it a durable option for transporting your favorite desserts safely and easily. Just assemble your trifle or other desserts in the bowl, add the white plastic lid, and take it on the go for a portable way to share your favorite dishes.

Pros:

• A white plastic lid ensures that you can easily transport your dish anywhere without spills or mess
• The bowl is made from heavy-duty plastic that won’t stain or add chemicals to your food
• Safe to use in the microwave, oven, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher

Cons:

• Because the lid is white, it may stain over time
• There may be small imperfections in the glass, but they won’t affect the functionality of the bowl

WGV Slant Cut Bowl

A New Slant

This contemporary bowl is a modern take on the classic style.

Most Stylish

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This WGV domed bowl is the perfect elegant vessel for your next trifle or large dessert. The handmade piece has an angled opening to give it a contemporary feel and make serving even easier. Clean lines at the base blend hard and soft for an elegant design that’s too beautiful to be hidden away in a cabinet — when you’re not using it as a serving bowl, use it as a vase, candy dish, or fruit bowl to show it off.

Pros:

• Modern lines make it a contemporary take on the classic trifle bowl
• It can be used as a vessel for fruit, candy, or flowers to make it a multipurpose addition into your kitchen

Cons:

• It should be hand-washed instead of being run through the dishwasher

Frequently Asked Questions

Does trifle have alcohol in it?

Depending on the recipe, some trifle may have a bit of alcohol. The most common types are port, sweet sherry, or curacao.

What does trifle consist of?

Trifle is an English dessert that includes sponge cake soaked in brandy or sherry. The cake is then layered with custard, fruit, and jam and topped with whipped cream. Sometimes it is finished with almonds of glacé cherries. It is typically served in a clear glass trifle bowl to show off all of the different layers.

Can I make trifle the day before?

Yes — it’s best to make your trifle ahead of time to allow the flavors to mingle before serving. You can make it up to 24 hours in advance.