Summer Berry Trifle
If you are looking for a beautiful, delicious, but easy Summer dessert, this Summer Berry Trifle is the perfect idea. Not only does it have such a beautiful presentation, but it is so simple to make. It contains the perfect mix of light, fluffy angel food cake, creamy cheesecake pudding, and fresh fruit for Summer.
Ingredients for Mixed Summer Berry Trifle
- 1 (3 oz.) package of cheesecake instant pudding
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 8 ounces cool whip
- 1 (15 oz) angel food cake (we used store bought from Publix, can use homemade)
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 1 pt. Blueberries
How to Make It
Step 1: Slice the angel food cake and cut each slice into 4 squares. Also remove the strawberry tops and quarter those.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and milk, until combined. Add half of the container of cool whip and whisk to combine.
Step 3: If desired, set aside a bit of the strawberries and blueberries to top the trifle.
Step 4: In your trifle bowl, layer half of the angel food cake squares.
Step 5: For the next layer, add half of the strawberries and half of the blueberries.
Step 6: Add all of the pudding and smooth out evenly for the next layer.
Step 7: Add the remaining cake on top of the pudding, then layer on the remaining strawberries and blueberries.
Step 8: Finally, top with the remaining cool whip, and extra fruit, if desired.
Substitutions
Cake- We used angel food cake, but you could opt for any light colored cake. Pound cake is another delicious option.
Pudding- We used cheesecake instant pudding, but you could swap this for either the vanilla or white chocolate flavors.
Berries- You can use any red white and blue berries you prefer. Raspberries and blackberries are both great options!
FAQs
Can I use store-bought cake for my summer trifle?
Yes, absolutely. We used a premade angel food cake to make our trifle. Now, with quality in mind, you may get better results with a homemade angel food or pound cake recipe that is tried and true for you- it just depends on you preferences and if you want those extra steps.
Can I make a this without a trifle dish?
While a trifle dish is traditional for assembling a trifle, you can still make this recipe without one. You can use a glass trifle bowl, a large mixing bowl, a deep baking dish, or even individual serving glasses to layer the ingredients. Just alter the number of layers accordingly. If preparing in a deep baking dish, simply layer the cake on the bottom, top with pudding, cool whip, and fruit!
More Patriotic Recipes to Try
Summer Berry Trifle
A delicious Summer berry trifle, made with angel food cake, cheesecake pudding, strawberries, and blueberries. We love this trifle for patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and the 4th of July.
Ingredients
- 1 (3 oz.) package of cheesecake instant pudding
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 8 ounces cool whip
- 1 (15 oz) angel food cake (we used store bought from Publix, can use homemade)
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 1 pt. Blueberries
Instructions
- Slice the angel food cake and cut each slice into 4 squares.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and milk, until combined. Add half of the container of cool whip and whisk to combine.
- If desired, set aside a bit of the strawberries and blueberries to top the trifle.
- In your trifle bowl, layer half of the angel food cake squares.
- For the next layer, add half of the strawberries and half of the blueberries.
- Add all of the pudding and smooth out evenly for the next layer.
- Add the remaining cake on top of the pudding, then layer on the remaining strawberries and blueberries.
- Finally, top with the remaining cool whip, and extra fruit, if desired.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 245
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
