Red White and Blueberry Berry Trifle
The Red White and Blueberry Berry Trifle layers pound cake cubes with vanilla pudding, whipped cream, strawberries, and blueberries, combining sweet, creamy, and fruity elements. The fresh berries add brightness and texture contrast while the homemade whipped cream and pudding offer a smooth, rich accompaniment. This visually appealing dessert is ideal for patriotic-themed celebrations or warm weather gatherings that benefit from a refreshing, easy-to-assemble treat.
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
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251
% 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.