A bright, easy dessert with fresh fruit and soft cake.

introduction

This dish uses fresh berries and a light cream. It looks bright in a glass bowl. If you like layer desserts, try this berry trifle for more ideas.

why make this recipe

You can make it fast and it feeds many people. Kids like the sweet cream and the soft cake. You can change the fruit if you want. See a simple twist in this berry tiramisu trifle recipe.

how to make Strawberry Blueberry Trifle

You make a sweet cream, layer cake, fruit, and sauce in a large glass bowl. You add each layer and press down gently. You cool the trifle in the fridge so the flavors meld. For a fun plate idea, look at these chocolate covered strawberry brownies.

Ingredients :

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 c. heavy whipping cream
3/4 c. powdered sugar
1 lb. pound cake or sponge cake
2 lbs. strawberries, sliced
1 pint blueberries
12 oz. raspberries
2 – 12 oz. jar strawberry topping

Directions :

In a large glass bowl, cream the cream cheese until smooth. Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream and whip on medium speed until smooth. Turn the mixer on high speed and whip the whipping cream until soft peaks form. Now add the powdered sugar and beat until stiff peaks begin to form about another 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
In a large trifle dish, crumble some of the pound cake on the lower level, and pour half of the strawberry topping on top of the pound cake. Then sprinkle some of the strawberries on top, then blueberries, and finally raspberries. Now Spread some of the cream cheese whipped cream on top. Add another layer of pound cake, strawberry topping, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and finally whipped cream. If there is more pound cake, berries and whipped cream left you can make another layer if there is room in your dish. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

how to serve Strawberry Blueberry Trifle

Serve cold from the fridge. Use a wide spoon to scoop deep so each bowl gets cake, fruit, and cream. You can add a few whole berries on top for a nice look. For a holiday table, see this black forest trifle for a style idea.

how to store Strawberry Blueberry Trifle

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. The cake will soak the sauce more each day. Do not freeze the full trifle or the cream may change texture.

tips to make Strawberry Blueberry Trifle

Use very fresh berries for best taste.
Slice the strawberries the same size so layers look neat.
Let the cream chill a bit before you whip it.
Use a clear glass bowl to show the layers.
For a sweet crunch, add a thin layer of cookies or nuts on top before serving. See a baking snack idea at chocolate covered strawberry brownies 2.

variation (if any)

Use angel food cake instead of pound cake.
Add a thin layer of custard for a richer taste.
Swap raspberries for blackberries or cherries.
Add a little lemon zest to the cream for a bright note.

FAQs

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes. Make it the day before and keep it in the fridge.

Q: Can I use frozen berries?
A: You can, but thaw and drain them well so the trifle does not get too wet.

Q: How long will it keep?
A: It will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. The cake will get softer over time.

Q: Can I use low fat cream?
A: Full fat cream gives the best texture. Low fat may not whip as well.

Q: Can I make single servings?
A: Yes. Use small glass cups and layer the same way.

Conclusion

For a no-bake version and more ideas on a bright berry trifle, see this No-Bake Berry Trifle.