Lemon Blueberry Trifle
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4.5
Lemon Blueberry Trifle
Description
The Lemon Blueberry Trifle is built with layers of airy angel food cake cubes, tangy lemon pudding mixture, and generous amounts of fresh blueberries. The pudding is made by blending instant lemon pudding mix, whole milk, and cream cheese, folded gently into homemade whipped cream for a smooth and creamy consistency. The angel food cake lends a delicate, spongy texture that soaks up the pudding slightly but remains light. The fresh blueberries introduce a juicy, slightly tart contrast to the sweet layers, and the dessert is topped with additional whipped cream, blueberries, lemon slices, and zest for an appealing finish.
Completed layers are chilled for several hours to allow flavors to meld and the pudding to set, resulting in a refreshing and balanced dessert. This trifle works well as a celebratory dessert or for occasions that call for a visually impressive yet straightforward sweet treat. Chilling ensures it serves cool and holds shape when portioned.
Ingredients
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 /4 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 (3.4 ounce) boxes instant lemon pudding mix
- 3 cups milk whole
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese room temperature
- 2 (14 ounce) angel food cake cubed
- 4 cups blueberries fresh
- lemon zest and slices for garnish
Instructions
- For the Whipped Cream: Place cream and sugar in a chilled mixing bowl and mix on high for 1-2 minutes. Add the vanilla and beat for an additional 1-2 minutes or until soft peaks have formed. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the pudding mix and whole milk. Beat for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Add the cream cheese and beat until mixed in. Fold in half of the prepared whipped cream. Save the other half to top before serving.
- In a trifle dish, layer 1/3 of the angel food cake cubes, 1/3 of the pudding mixture, and 1/3 of the blueberries. Repeat layers twice.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours or until fully chilled before serving. Top with reserved whipped cream, additional blueberries, lemon slices, and lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1grams |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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