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Easy Angel Food Cake Berry Trifle

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A no-bake, light, and refreshing summer dessert featuring layers of airy angel food cake, mixed fresh berries, and a creamy whipped topping. Perfect for backyard barbecues and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • Angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries hulled and sliced, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • 1 cup cold whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup softened Greek yogurt or cream cheese (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of cold whipping cream. Add 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). Stop as soon as the cream holds its shape but is still smooth.
  2. Gently fold in ½ cup softened Greek yogurt or cream cheese into the whipped cream using a spatula. This step is optional but adds tang and thickness. Fold just until combined to keep it airy.
  3. Rinse and dry mixed berries. Hull and slice strawberries if using. Set aside about 1 cup for garnish.
  4. Slice the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes. Break up store-bought cake gently with fingers for fluffier texture if needed.
  5. Layer the trifle starting with one-third of the angel food cake cubes at the bottom of the trifle bowl. Add one-third of the berry mixture, then spoon one-third of the creamy whipped layer on top. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  6. Garnish with reserved berries and fresh mint leaves.
  7. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and cake to soak berry juices.

Notes

Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best texture. Drain excess berry juice if too watery to prevent soggy trifle. Assemble close to serving time and chill at least 2 hours. Use fresh berries for best flavor and texture. Can substitute coconut whipped cream and dairy-free cream cheese for vegan version. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 2 days.

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Keywords: angel food cake, berry trifle, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, easy dessert, mixed berries, whipped cream, light dessert

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