Print

Perfect Red White and Blue Berry Trifle Recipe for Easy Patriotic Desserts

red white and blue berry trifle - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of fresh strawberries, blueberries, whipped cream, and pound cake, perfect for patriotic celebrations like the 4th of July.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 store-bought or homemade pound cake, about 10-12 ounces (280-340g), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (full-fat)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the strawberries and blueberries under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Hull and slice the strawberries into about 1/4 inch thick pieces. Set aside.
  2. Slice the pound cake into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  3. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge for 10-15 minutes if possible. Pour the heavy cream into the cold bowl, then add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
  4. In a trifle bowl, place one-third of the pound cake cubes at the bottom. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the cake. Scatter a mix of sliced strawberries and blueberries on top of the whipped cream.
  5. Repeat the layering twice more: pound cake, whipped cream, berries, finishing with a final berry layer on top.
  6. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Avoid overwhipping the cream to prevent it from turning into butter. Pat dry berries to reduce excess juice and prevent soggy cake. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Optional: add a splash of Grand Marnier to whipped cream for a festive twist.

Nutrition

Keywords: red white and blue trifle, patriotic dessert, berry trifle, easy summer dessert, 4th of July dessert, no bake dessert, pound cake trifle

Find it online: https://forkifyfun.com/perfect-red-white-and-blue-berry-trifle-recipe-for-easy-patriotic-desserts/