Delicious Red White and Blue Trifle Recipe for Any Celebration
Try this uplifting Red White and Blue Trifle recipe for a delightful dessert that's perfect for any celebration.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- - Hand mixer
- trifle dish
Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 4 oz white chocolate instant pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
For the Whipped Cream
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 6 TBS sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cake
- 8 oz angel food cake (about 4 cups chopped)
For the Fruit Layers
- 1 lb strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1 lb blueberries
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the dry pudding mix and cold milk in a mixing bowl. Whisk together for about 2 minutes until smooth and well blended. Set it aside to thicken while you prepare the other components.
- Whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat it until stiff peaks form. Set this fluffy cream aside for layering.
- Slice the angel food cake into thick slices, then chop each slice into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces. This will form the delightful base layers of your trifle.
- Layer half of the chopped angel food cake at the bottom of your trifle dish, spreading it evenly across the base for a strong foundation.
- Add a vibrant layer of sliced strawberries over the cake pieces. This adds a fresh, fruity burst of flavor and bright color.
- Spread half of the prepared white chocolate pudding over the strawberries. Make sure to cover the strawberries completely for a smooth layer.
- Place a layer of fresh blueberries on top of the pudding. Feel free to sprinkle them generously for that perfect mix of sweetness and tartness.
- Top it off with a layer of the whipped cream, spreading it evenly over the blueberries, creating a light and airy finish.
- Repeat the process by layering the remaining angel food cake, strawberries, pudding, blueberries, and whipped cream again, building the perfect trifle tower!
- Decorate the top with extra berries in a beautiful pattern. This final touch showcases your delicious work while inviting everyone to dive in.
Notes
Optional: Drizzle with a bit of chocolate syrup for an extra layer of sweetness! Consider assembling the trifle a day in advance to save time, but wait to add the whipped cream layer until just before serving.