Red White And Blue Trifle (Print Version)
Layered pound cake, vanilla pudding, fresh berries and whipped cream chilled to create a bright summer centerpiece.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Layer
01 - 1 pound (16 ounces) pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Fruit Layer
02 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
04 - 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
→ Pudding Layer
05 - 2 cups cold whole milk or 2% milk
06 - 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
→ Cream Layer
07 - 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
08 - 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish
10 - Extra assorted fresh berries for topping
11 - 2 tablespoons white chocolate shavings (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, vigorously whisk the cold milk with the instant vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes. Allow the mixture to stand for 5 minutes until set and thickened.
02 - In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
03 - Arrange half of the cake cubes evenly in the bottom of a large clear trifle bowl or glass serving bowl.
04 - Spread one-third of the prepared vanilla pudding over the cake cubes, followed by one-third of the whipped cream.
05 - Distribute half of the sliced strawberries and half of the fresh blueberries evenly over the cream layer.
06 - Layer the remaining cake cubes, followed by the next one-third of the pudding and cream. Top with all remaining raspberries and the rest of the assorted berries.
07 - Spread the final layer of pudding and cover with the remaining whipped cream.
08 - Decorate the surface with extra berries and an optional sprinkle of white chocolate shavings. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No baking required means you can throw it together even on a hot summer afternoon.
- The sweet-tart berries pop against silky pudding and billowy cream, making every bite a little party.
02 -
- Don’t assemble too early—overnight in the fridge makes cake soggy and the berries dull.
- I once forgot to chill the cream and ended up with a soupy mess; a pre-chilled bowl makes all the difference for proper peaks.
03 -
- Let the pudding and whipped cream chill separately before layering—everything stays firmer.
- A little white chocolate shaved over the top is my not-so-secret weapon for wow factor.