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Easy Red White and Blueberry Angel Cake Trifle

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A light and refreshing summer dessert featuring layers of airy angel food cake, mixed berries, and whipped cream, perfect for casual get-togethers and patriotic occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ounces angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup white blueberries (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped cream, lightly sweetened with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Rinse strawberries and blueberries gently under cold water. Hull and slice the strawberries. Pat all berries dry with paper towels to prevent watery whipped cream. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a chilled mixing bowl, combine cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Avoid overwhipping. (5-7 minutes)
  3. Cut the angel food cake into roughly 1-inch cubes. Trim any crispy edges for softness. (5 minutes)
  4. In a large glass trifle bowl, layer angel food cake cubes evenly on the bottom. Add a layer of mixed berries, distributing red, white, and blue evenly. Spoon a generous layer of whipped cream on top and smooth gently. Repeat layers until bowl is filled, finishing with berries and a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired. (10-15 minutes)
  5. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and cake to soak moisture.
  6. Before serving, garnish with whole berries or a sprig of fresh mint. Serve chilled.

Notes

For best results, chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Keep berries dry to prevent watery whipped cream. Optionally brush cake cubes with simple syrup to keep moist. Can substitute gluten-free cake or dairy-free whipped cream for dietary needs. Assemble and serve immediately if short on time, but chilling improves texture and flavor melding.

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Keywords: angel food cake, trifle, summer dessert, berries, whipped cream, easy dessert, patriotic dessert, red white and blue dessert

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