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Fresh Red White and Blue Berry Trifle Cups

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A light, colorful, and festive patriotic dessert perfect for summer parties, featuring layers of fresh strawberries, blueberries, angel food cake, and whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries, washed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse strawberries and blueberries under cold water and pat dry. Hull and slice strawberries into thin pieces. Cut angel food cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a chilled mixing bowl, combine cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  3. In each clear dessert cup, layer about 1/4 cup of angel food cake cubes, followed by a spoonful of whipped cream, then a mix of strawberries and blueberries (about 2 tablespoons). Repeat layers until cups are nearly full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
  4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a couple of whole berries. Cover cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and cake soak juice without becoming soggy.
  5. Remove from refrigerator about 10 minutes before serving to take the chill off slightly. Serve with a small spoon.

Notes

Chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Avoid overwhipping cream to prevent it from turning buttery. Use firm, ripe berries and pat dry to prevent soggy cake. Assemble ahead but add whipped cream topping just before serving to keep it fresh.

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Keywords: patriotic dessert, summer dessert, trifle cups, angel food cake, berries, easy dessert, Fourth of July dessert

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