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Patriotic Berry Trifle

The Patriotic Berry Trifle is a stunning and delicious dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer celebrations such as Memorial Day and the 4th of July. This visually appealing dish features layers of fluffy angel food cake, vibrant strawberries, and blueberries, all enveloped in a rich cream cheese mixture. Not only is it easy to assemble, but it’s also versatile enough to serve at any gathering. With its refreshing flavors and beautiful presentation, this trifle will undoubtedly be a crowd-pleaser that keeps guests coming back for seconds.

  • Total Time: 7 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 premade angel food cake
  • 1 pound cream cheese
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 pints blueberries
  • 2 pints strawberries
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Almond extract
  • Sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the syrup by combining sugar, lemon juice, and water in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved. Stir in almond extract.
  2. Brush angel food cake slices with syrup and cut into cubes.
  3. Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth; gradually add heavy cream and whip until thickened.
  4. Layer half of the cake cubes in a trifle dish followed by half the berries, half the cream mixture, and top with remaining fruit.
  5. Repeat layers, then cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: N/A
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/10 of trifle (140g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in different extracts or liqueurs. Ensure all ingredients are fresh for the best taste. Chill the trifle for optimal flavor blending.