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Creamy Star-Spangled Berry Trifle

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A quick and easy summer dessert featuring layers of whipped cream cheese, fresh berries, and cake, perfect for Fourth of July celebrations and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • Optional: 1 tbsp granulated sugar (if berries aren’t very sweet)
  • 1 pound pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Optional: 2 tbsp fruit liqueur or berry syrup for soaking

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the mixture airy and light.
  4. Rinse the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries gently under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. If berries are tart, toss with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Cube the pound or angel food cake into 1-inch pieces. Optionally drizzle with fruit liqueur or berry syrup.
  6. In a trifle bowl, layer cake cubes evenly on the bottom. Spread a generous layer of the whipped cream cheese mixture over the cake. Scatter a layer of mixed berries on top. Repeat layers until bowl is filled, finishing with whipped cream cheese layer and a few berries for decoration.
  7. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld and layers set. If short on time, chill for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

Soften cream cheese to room temperature before whipping to avoid lumps. Keep cream and bowl chilled for fluffier whipped cream. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to maintain airiness. Dry berries thoroughly to prevent soggy layers. Chill trifle at least 2 hours for best texture and flavor melding. Use a wide spoon for serving. Variations include vegan and gluten-free substitutions.

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Keywords: berry trifle, summer dessert, whipped cream cheese, Fourth of July dessert, easy trifle, patriotic dessert, fresh berries, pound cake dessert

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