Angel Food Cake Berry Trifle
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4.4
Angel Food Cake Berry Trifle
Description
The Angel Food Cake Berry Trifle combines sliced strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries with tender cubes of angel food cake. The berries are first macerated with granulated sugar to soften them and enhance their flavor. A vanilla pudding made from instant mix is layered with freshly whipped cream flavored with vanilla and powdered sugar, creating a creamy, sweet contrast to the fruit and cake. The layers are assembled in a trifle bowl, alternating cake, berries, pudding, and whipped cream to build a visually appealing and textured dessert.
The trifle is best served chilled, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to absorb some moisture without becoming soggy. The fresh berries provide bursts of tartness balanced by the sweetness of the pudding and fluffy cream. Garnishing with mint or an additional whole strawberry adds a bright note. This dessert works well for gatherings where a light, fruity finish is desired.
The recipe notes mention that if a large pudding mix box is unavailable, two smaller 3-ounce packages with a total of 3 cups milk can substitute, resulting in a thicker pudding layer. Preparing the pudding and cream ahead helps streamline assembly and ensures a well-set dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 5.1 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (see note)
- 3 cups milk (2% or whole)
- 1 angel food cake prepared
- 6 ounces blackberry
- 18 ounces blueberries
- 12 ounces raspberry
- mint for garnish (optional, fresh
Instructions
- Add the strawberries to a medium mixing bowl. Pour in the granulated sugar, stir, and let sit to macerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
- In a stand mixer, whisk the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until it reaches stiff peaks. Set aside.
- Prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package directions. Set aside.
- Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
Assembly
- Add half of the angel food cake cubes to the bottom of a trifle bowl in an even layer. Top the cake with 1/3 of the berries. Spread half of the pudding over the berries and then top with half of the whipped cream, spreading it all the way to the edges.
- Repeat the layers once again. Finish the trifle by topping it with the remaining berries and a sprig of mint and/or a whole strawberry.
- Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Notes
- If large pudding mix packages are unavailable, use two smaller 3-ounce vanilla pudding mixes with 3 cups of milk for thicker pudding.
- Macerate strawberries with sugar for at least 15 minutes to enhance their sweetness and soften texture.
- Chill the trifle before serving to allow flavors to blend and the cake to absorb some cream and pudding moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 445kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 262mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 361mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 1042IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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