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summer desserts for a crowd: 5 Irresistible Trifles to Delight Guests


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This summer berry trifle is a refreshing and delicious dessert perfect for serving a crowd. Layers of fluffy cake, creamy vanilla pudding, and fresh berries make it an irresistible treat for hot summer days.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 pound angel food cake, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups whipped cream, plus extra for topping
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the whipped cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Gently fold until well mixed.
  2. In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, start layering the dessert. Begin with a layer of angel food cake cubes at the bottom.
  3. Add a layer of vanilla pudding over the cake cubes, followed by a layer of mixed berries.
  4. Repeat the layers (cake, pudding, berries) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  5. Garnish with additional berries on top and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any combination of berries you prefer.
  • You can substitute the angel food cake with pound cake or any sponge cake if desired.
  • Make this trifle a day ahead for an even more flavorful dessert.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 30

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