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Summer Berry Trifle

Effortless Summer Berry Trifle That Will Wow Your Guests

This Summer Berry Trifle is a delightful no-bake dessert combining layers of berries and cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Berry Layer
  • 1 cup Seedless Raspberry Jam Substitute with any fruit jam of choice.
  • 2 cups Strawberries Hull and slice before use.
  • 1 cup Raspberries No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen can be used.
For the Cream Filling
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Must be cold for whipping.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Mascarpone can be mixed for flavor.
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for variation.
For the Layers
  • 24 pieces Crisp Lady Fingers (Savoiardi) Pound cake can also be used.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • trifle dish
  • Microwave

Method
 

How to Make Summer Berry Trifle
  1. Microwave the seedless raspberry jam until warm and easily spreadable. Toss with sliced strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Allow them to sit for a bit to soften and glaze the berries.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with confectioners' sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla and gently fold in the whipped cream.
  4. Start layering in a trifle dish: layer ladyfingers, one third of berry mixture, one third of cream cheese filling. Repeat layers, finishing with cream on top. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours.
  5. Before serving, garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint. Optional: drizzle a bit of honey for added sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure heavy whipping cream is cold for optimal texture. Chill overnight for best flavor melding. You can substitute ladyfingers with pound cake if needed.

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