Description
A delightful Mixed Berry Trifle featuring layers of fresh mixed berries, fluffy whipped cream, and soft sponge cake, perfect for a refreshing and elegant dessert served chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cake
- 1 cup sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream
Sugar & Flavoring
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form for a light and fluffy texture.
- Prepare Berries: Rinse the mixed berries thoroughly and slice larger strawberries into bite-sized pieces for even layering.
- Make Berry Syrup (Optional): Cook down some berries with lemon juice and sugar over medium heat to create a flavorful syrup that adds depth to the trifle.
- Assemble Trifle: In a trifle dish or individual serving cups, layer sponge cake pieces, whipped cream, and berries. Repeat these layers until the dish is filled to the top.
- Garnish: Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and a few whole berries on top for an attractive presentation.
Notes
- You can use store-bought sponge cake or make your own for enhanced flavor.
- The berry syrup step is optional but adds extra sweetness and moisture.
- Chill the trifle for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Use fresh or frozen berries according to availability; if frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid before use.
