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Delicious Spring Berry Trifle

Delicious Spring Berry Trifle: A Light and Luscious Delight

Delicious Spring Berry Trifle is a light, layered dessert featuring seasonal berries, cream, and ladyfingers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Ensure it's very cold for best whipping results.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese At room temperature for smooth consistency.
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Balances the tanginess of cream cheese.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for richer flavor.
For the Layers
  • 24 pieces Crisp Ladyfingers Alternatives include sponge cake or pound cake.
  • 1/2 cup Seedless Raspberry Jam Can substitute with strawberry or apricot jam.
For the Berries
  • 1 cup Strawberries Hulled and sliced, choose fresh, firm berries.
  • 1 cup Raspberries Use fresh or thawed frozen.
  • 1 cup Blueberries Opt for fresh for best texture.
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • trifle dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Delicious Spring Berry Trifle
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1 cup of confectioners' sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of very cold heavy whipping cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the mixture and whip until stiff peaks form, approximately 3-5 minutes.
  3. Place a layer of ladyfingers at the bottom of a large glass or trifle dish.
  4. Spread half of the cream mixture generously over the ladyfingers.
  5. Scatter half of your hulled and sliced strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries over the cream layer.
  6. Repeat the layering with another round of ladyfingers, cream, and the remaining berries.
  7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or drizzle raspberry jam before serving.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Best served chilled; can prepare components up to 24 hours in advance. Avoid freezing for optimal taste and texture.

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