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Red White and Blue Trifle

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive and colorful layered dessert featuring red berries, blueberries, fluffy whipped cream, and moist cake – perfect for patriotic celebrations.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade), cut into cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the instant vanilla pudding by whisking it with cold milk in a bowl for 2 minutes until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract if using.
  2. In a clear trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer half of the pound cake cubes.
  3. Spread half of the prepared pudding over the cake cubes.
  4. Add a layer of sliced strawberries and raspberries for the red layer.
  5. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the berries.
  6. Repeat the layers with the remaining pound cake, pudding, and a layer of blueberries for the blue layer.
  7. Top with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with extra berries on top.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use angel food cake for a lighter version.
  • Chill the trifle overnight for best flavor.
  • Can be assembled in individual cups for single servings.
  • Use fresh or frozen berries based on availability.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg