4th of July Trifle Recipe
A festive and colorful 4th of July Trifle that perfectly combines layers of moist pound cake, creamy vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, blueberries, and fluffy whipped cream. This no-bake dessert is beautifully layered in a trifle dish, creating a visually stunning and delicious treat ideal for patriotic celebrations and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound cake, cut into cubes (about 8 cups)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 3 cups vanilla pudding (prepared or instant)
- 2 cups whipped cream (fresh or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake and Fruit: Cut the pound cake into roughly 1-inch cubes to ensure even layering. Wash and slice the fresh strawberries, and rinse the blueberries thoroughly.
- First Layer: Begin by placing a layer of pound cake cubes at the bottom of a large trifle dish to create a solid base.
- Add Vanilla Pudding: Spoon a generous layer of creamy vanilla pudding over the cake cubes, spreading evenly to cover.
- Whipped Cream Layer: Add a layer of fluffy whipped cream on top of the pudding, smoothing it out gently.
- Fruit Layer: Distribute a mixture of sliced strawberries and blueberries over the whipped cream layer to add fresh, vibrant flavor.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering the pound cake, pudding, whipped cream, and fruit in the same order until the trifle dish is filled, ending with a layer of fruit on top for an attractive presentation.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh and ripe berries for vibrant flavor and color.
- You can substitute homemade vanilla pudding or a high-quality instant version.
- Whipped cream can be freshly whipped heavy cream or stabilized whipped cream for longer shelf life.
- Feel free to add other berries or fruits for additional variety and personalization.
- Make the trifle a few hours ahead to allow flavors to blend perfectly.
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