Description
Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning 4th of July Trifle! This layered dessert features creamy vanilla pudding, fresh berries, fluffy whipped cream, and light angel food cake. Each spoonful is a burst of flavor and color, making it the perfect treat for summer gatherings. Easy to assemble and visually impressive, this trifle will undoubtedly steal the show at your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 cups homemade whipped cream (heavy cream)
- 6 oz angel food cake, cut into cubes
- Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding: In a bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let it thicken for about 5 minutes.
- Slice the Cake: Cut the angel food cake into bite-sized cubes.
- Layer the Trifle: In a large trifle dish or individual cups, start with a layer of cake cubes, followed by pudding, fresh berries, and whipped cream. Repeat layers until you reach the top.
- Garnish: Top with mint leaves for added freshness.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Swap berries based on seasonality or personal preference. For an adult twist, consider adding a splash of liqueur to the whipped cream. Ensure all components are at room temperature for easier assembly.