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Easy Layered Berry Trifle Recipe with Vanilla Cream and Angel Food Cake

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A light, refreshing, and easy-to-make layered berry trifle featuring airy angel food cake, fresh mixed berries, and a rich vanilla cream. Perfect for casual brunches, potlucks, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cubed
  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries hulled and sliced, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons milk (whole or 2%)
  • Zest of one lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vanilla Cream: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the milk until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Use an electric mixer if available.
  2. Whip the Heavy Cream: In a large chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Combine Cream Cheese Mixture with Whipped Cream: Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula. Add lemon zest if using.
  4. Prepare Angel Food Cake and Berries: Cube the angel food cake into 1-inch pieces. Wash and dry the berries carefully.
  5. Layer the Trifle: Start with a layer of angel food cake cubes at the bottom of a clear serving bowl. Add a generous layer of vanilla cream, then scatter mixed berries on top. Repeat layers, finishing with berries as garnish.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld and cake soak slightly without becoming soggy.
  7. Serve: Spoon into individual bowls and enjoy chilled.

Notes

Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Fold cream mixtures gently to keep airiness. Use fresh, firm berries to avoid watery trifle. Can be made 2-24 hours ahead; longer chilling may cause sogginess. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and cream cheese with plant-based version. For gluten-free, ensure angel food cake is gluten-free.

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