Description
The Red, White and Blue Strawberry Shortcake Trifle is a stunning and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of summer celebrations. This delightful layered treat features juicy strawberries, tart blueberries, and light, creamy filling, making it an ideal centerpiece for events like Independence Day or Memorial Day. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, this trifle is not only easy to prepare but also guarantees to impress your guests. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or as a festive finish to any meal, this dessert combines simplicity with elegance.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 8 oz containers of cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups heavy cream, room temperature
- 1 pre-made angel food cake, sliced into 1 inch slices
- 2 pints strawberries, rinsed and sliced
- 2 pints blueberries, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar with lemon juice and water until dissolved. Mix in cream cheese and almond extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer angel food cake slices in a trifle dish followed by the cream mixture, strawberries, and blueberries. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg