Perfect Red White Blueberry Trifle Recipe Easy 4-Layer Pound Cake Dessert
A festive and easy-to-make layered trifle dessert featuring pound cake, fresh strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream, perfect for patriotic occasions and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pound cake, cubed
- 1 ½ cups (225 grams) strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 ½ cups (225 grams) blueberries, rinsed and patted dry
- 2 cups (480 ml) whipped cream, lightly sweetened with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep the Berries (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, blueberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Gently toss to coat and let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to macerate.
- Whip the Cream (5-7 minutes): In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Stop when the cream holds shape but is still smooth and fluffy.
- Cube the Pound Cake (5 minutes): Cut the pound cake into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes, keeping them uniform for even layers.
- Assemble the Trifle (10 minutes): Layer pound cake cubes at the bottom of a clear glass bowl, then spoon a third of the macerated berries over the cake, followed by a generous layer of whipped cream. Repeat two more times, finishing with a swirl of whipped cream and a few whole berries for garnish.
- Chill Before Serving (At least 1 hour): Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to let flavors meld and the cake soften slightly.
Notes
Do not over-soak the pound cake to avoid mushiness. Drain excess juice from berries if too watery. Use cold equipment when whipping cream to achieve better texture. Chilling the trifle for at least an hour improves flavor melding and texture. Variations include dairy-free coconut whipped cream, gluten-free pound cake, adding custard layers, or alcohol infusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the trifle bo
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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