Red White and Blueberry Berry Trifle
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Red White and Blueberry Berry Trifle
Description
This trifle begins with cubed pound cake, which can be fresh or thawed from frozen, providing a sturdy yet tender base that absorbs some moisture from pudding and whipped cream layers. Homemade whipped cream is prepared by chilling the mixing tools and gradually whipping cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract to soft or stiff peaks, adding light sweetness and creaminess.
Assembly involves layering cake, pudding, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries and blueberries in a serving bowl or dish. Alternating layers create a balance of textures, from the soft cake to smooth pudding and airy cream, complemented by the fresh juiciness of berries. The final dollop of whipped cream topped with berries completes the presentation, making it visually festive and appetizing.
This dessert is flexible regarding ingredient preparation: pudding and whipped cream can be homemade or store-bought depending on convenience and skills. It is best served promptly or kept chilled until serving to maintain the cake’s texture and prevent sogginess. The combination of fruit, cake, and creamy elements lends a pleasant variety in each bite, suitable for family meals or parties.
Ingredients
- 12-16 oz strawberries
- 12 oz blueberries fresh
- 16 oz pound cake homemade or store bought
- 1-2 cups vanilla pudding (can be scratch-made or store-bought)
- 2 cups Whipped Cream (can be scratch-made or store-bought)
HOMEMADE WHIPPED CREAM
- 1 cup heavy cream cold
- 4 TBSP powdered sugar (confectioner's sugar)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
Instructions
- If using frozen pound cake, thaw according to package instructions. Cut fresh or thawed pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
- To make the homemade whipped cream, first place the beaters from an electric hand mixer and a large glass or stainless steel bowl in freezer. Keep cream in the fridge until ready to whip. While they chill (10-15 minutes) clean and prep berries.
- Once the beaters/bowl have chilled, add cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to your bowl. Start mixing on low speed, increasing the speed to medium-high until soft or stiff peaks form.
- Let's get our trifle on! Add some cake to the bottom of a bowl or trifle dish. Top with alternating layers of pudding, whipped cream, and fuit. Repeat layers and top with a final dollop of whipped cream and sprinkling of berries. Serve immediately or store covered in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can choose to make pudding and whipped cream from scratch or use store-bought versions depending on time and preference.
- Chilling beaters and bowls before whipping helps achieve better volume and texture in homemade whipped cream.
- This trifle is best served immediately or stored covered in refrigerator until serving to maintain texture.
- Nutritional values may vary; adjust ingredients accordingly to fit dietary needs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 323mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 176mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 213IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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