Stars & Stripes Berry Trifle
Celebrate your love for the red, white, and blue with this delightful Stars & Stripes Berry Trifle! This layered dessert is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds, featuring light and airy angel food cake, luscious cream cheese, and a medley of fresh blueberries and strawberries. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any patriotic celebration, this trifle is as stunning as it is delicious. Easy to prepare and can be made ahead for party convenience, it's sure to become a favorite among friends and family.
10
Servings
222
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1/4 cup (for syrup)
sugar
2/3 cup (for cream cheese mixture)
fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup (juiced from fresh lemons)
almond extract or vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon (for flavor)
angel food cake
1 (premade, cut into 1 inch slices)
cream cheese
2 (8 ounce) packages (room temperature)
heavy cream
2 cups (room temperature)
blueberries
2 pints (fresh)
strawberries
2 pints (hulled and sliced)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar, fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 cup water. Heat over medium-high, stirring frequently until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in almond or vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
2
Once the syrup has cooled, generously brush both sides of each angel food cake slice with the sugar-water mixture. Cut the slices into 1-inch cubes.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with the remaining 2/3 cup sugar using a mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the heavy cream and continue beating on medium-high speed until the mixture reaches a whipped cream consistency.
4
In a 13-cup trifle dish, start layering by placing half of the cake cubes at the bottom. Evenly distribute a layer of blueberries over the cake cubes.
5
Spoon half of the cream mixture over the blueberries, gently spreading it out. Layer sliced strawberries on top of the cream mixture.
6
Repeat the process with the remaining cake cubes, followed by another sprinkling of blueberries, and top with the rest of the cream mixture.
7
Finish the dessert by arranging the remaining strawberries and blueberries in a decorative pattern on top.
8
Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
23g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stars & Stripes Berry Trifle?
It is a layered patriotic dessert featuring angel food cake, cream cheese, blueberries, and strawberries.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 222 calories in each serving.
What kind of cake is used in this trifle?
The recipe uses one premade angel food cake cut into 1-inch slices.
What berries are needed for the Stars & Stripes Berry Trifle?
You will need 2 pints of blueberries and 2 pints of strawberries.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe calls for two 8-ounce packages of cream cheese.
Can I use vanilla extract instead of almond extract?
Yes, you can use either 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract or vanilla extract.
How long should the trifle refrigerate before serving?
It should be refrigerated for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
What size trifle dish is recommended?
A 13-cup trifle dish is used for layering the ingredients.
How do you prepare the syrup for the cake?
Combine 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, and water in a saucepan, heat until sugar dissolves, then add extract.
How much heavy cream is needed for the filling?
The recipe requires 2 cups of heavy cream at room temperature.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 14 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 23 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this dessert provide?
Each serving contains 2 grams of protein.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include dessert, trifle, patriotic, berries, and summer treat.
How should the strawberries be prepared?
The strawberries should be hulled and sliced before being layered.
What is the first layer of the trifle?
The first layer consists of half of the angel food cake cubes.
How many pints of blueberries are used?
The recipe uses 2 pints of fresh blueberries.
Should the cream cheese be cold or room temperature?
The cream cheese should be at room temperature for easy mixing.
How much sugar is used in the cream cheese mixture?
The mixture uses 2/3 cup of sugar.
What is the purpose of brushing the cake with syrup?
Brushing the cake with syrup adds moisture and a hint of lemon and almond flavor.
Can this dessert be made ahead of time?
Yes, it is specifically designed for party convenience and can be made ahead.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 9 ingredients in total for this recipe.
How do you create the whipped consistency?
Beat the cream cheese and sugar, then gradually add heavy cream and beat on medium-high speed.
What goes on top of the trifle?
The top is finished with a decorative pattern of the remaining strawberries and blueberries.
Is there any fiber in this recipe?
The provided data does not list a specific fiber count for this recipe.
Is this a light dessert?
Yes, it is categorized as a light dessert featuring fruit and angel food cake.
How much lemon juice is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice.
How large should the cake cubes be?
The cake slices should be cut into 1-inch cubes.
Is this recipe good for the 4th of July?
Yes, its red, white, and blue theme makes it perfect for patriotic celebrations.