Irresistible Red White and Berry Dessert Perfect for Celebrations
This vibrant layered dessert combines fresh berries, whipped cream, and angel food cake for a visually stunning and delicious treat perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 angel food cake, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: In a large bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Let them sit for 10 minutes to release their natural juices.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, beat 2 cups of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat; you want the cream to be fluffy, not stiff.
- Cube the cake: Cut the angel food cake into bite-sized cubes. If using a homemade cake, let it cool completely before cubing.
- Layer the ingredients: In your trifle dish, start with a layer of the cubed cake. Next, add a layer of strawberries and their juices, followed by a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers, alternating with blueberries instead of strawberries for the white and blue layers.
- Top it off: Finish with a final layer of whipped cream and decorate with whole strawberries and blueberries on top for a polished look.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
[‘Use cold cream for easier whipping.’, ‘Take your time while layering to keep the dessert visually appealing.’, ‘Refrigerating the dessert allows the flavors to meld and makes the layers easier to serve.’, ‘Taste your whipped cream and berries as you go to ensure the sweetness is just right.’, ‘You can prepare the components a day in advance and assemble the dessert right before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup per serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
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