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Fresh Red White and Blue Berry Trifle Recipe Easy Patriotic Angel Food Cake Dessert

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A light, colorful, and easy-to-make patriotic dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, fresh berries, and homemade vanilla pudding, perfect for summer cookouts and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 angel food cake (about 10 ounces / 280 grams), torn or cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 150 grams)
  • 1 cup blueberries (about 150 grams)
  • 1 cup raspberries (about 125 grams)
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch (25 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 ml), chilled, whipped to soft peaks
  • Optional garnishes: fresh mint leaves, extra berries for topping, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vanilla Pudding: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the milk, whisking until smooth. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and just starts to bubble—about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Temper the Egg Yolks: Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the beaten egg yolks while whisking continuously to prevent scrambling. Pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan and cook for 1-2 more minutes until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Cool the Pudding: Transfer pudding to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to avoid a skin forming. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour until fully cold and set.
  4. Whip the Cream: In a large, chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip or it will become grainy.
  5. Combine Pudding and Whipped Cream: Gently fold about two-thirds of the whipped cream into the cooled pudding to create a lighter, mousse-like filling.
  6. Prepare the Berries and Cake: Rinse berries gently and pat dry. Slice strawberries. Cut or tear angel food cake into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  7. Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle bowl, start with a layer of angel food cake pieces (about 1/3 of the cake). Spoon a layer of the pudding-cream mixture over the cake, then scatter a mix of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries on top. Repeat layering two more times, ending with a berry layer.
  8. Top and Chill: Finish with the remaining whipped cream spread evenly over the top and garnish with a few whole berries and mint leaves if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If pudding thickens too much while cooking, add a splash of milk to loosen. Avoid mashing berries to keep their shape and color bright. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess. Assemble trifle a few hours before serving but not more than 6 hours ahead to prevent sogginess. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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Keywords: berry trifle, angel food cake dessert, patriotic dessert, 4th of July dessert, easy summer dessert, fresh berries, vanilla pudding, layered dessert

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