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Fresh Red White and Blue Berry Trifle with Angel Food Cake

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A quick and easy patriotic dessert featuring layers of airy angel food cake, fresh red, white, and blue berries, and lightly sweetened whipped cream. Perfect for summer celebrations and crowd-pleasing gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries, washed and dried
  • 1 cup raspberries (optional)
  • 2 cups whipped cream, lightly sweetened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of one medium lemon
  • Fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the whipped cream: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups cold heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid overwhipping.
  2. Prep the fruit: Wash and dry all berries thoroughly. Hull and slice strawberries, measure blueberries and raspberries if using. Toss berries gently with lemon zest.
  3. Cube the angel food cake into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  4. Layer the trifle: Start with a layer of angel food cake cubes in the trifle bowl. Add a generous layer of whipped cream, then spoon a mix of berries over the cream.
  5. Repeat layers of cake, whipped cream, and berries until the bowl is filled. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream and garnish with whole berries and chopped mint leaves if desired.
  6. Chill the trifle: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 4, to let flavors meld and cake absorb juices. Serve within 24 hours for best texture.

Notes

Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Use fresh, firm berries to prevent sogginess. Assemble close to serving time and chill at least 2 hours. For dairy-free, use coconut whipped cream and gluten-free angel food cake. Variations include adding liqueur to berries or lemon curd layer.

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Keywords: patriotic dessert, trifle, angel food cake, berries, Fourth of July dessert, easy summer dessert, red white and blue dessert

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