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Delicious Red White and Blue Berry Trifle with Whipped Cream

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A festive and easy-to-make summer dessert featuring layers of fresh berries, fluffy cake, and light whipped cream. Perfect for holidays and gatherings, this trifle combines sweet, tart, and creamy textures for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 6 ounces pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the berry mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Add the strawberry jam and fresh lemon juice, then gently toss everything together. Let it sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  2. Cut the cake into roughly 1-inch cubes and spread them out on a plate or tray.
  3. Make the whipped cream: Pour the chilled heavy cream into a cold mixing bowl. Beat on medium speed until the cream starts to thicken. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Continue to whip until soft peaks form.
  4. Layer the trifle: Spoon a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of your trifle bowl. Add a generous layer of the berry mixture including some syrupy juices. Spread a thick layer of whipped cream over the berries. Repeat layers until the bowl is full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Garnish with whole berries and a mint leaf if desired. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Whip cream to soft peaks for a light texture. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping. Drain excess berry juice if too watery to avoid soggy cake. Refrigerate trifle for at least 2 hours to meld flavors. Can substitute coconut cream and gluten-free cake for dairy-free and gluten-free versions.

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