Refreshing Summer Dish for The Holiday

Red, White & Blue Berry Trifle

Ingredients:

• 1 store-bought angel food cake or pound cake (cubed)

• 1 pint fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)

• 1 pint fresh blueberries

• 1½ cups heavy whipping cream

• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Optional: 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese for a richer cream layer

 Instructions:

1. Make the whipped cream:
   Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. (For a richer layer, blend in softened cream cheese before whipping.)

2. Assemble the trifle:

   • In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, layer in this order:

     • Cubed cake

     • Whipped cream

     • Strawberries

     • Blueberries

   • Repeat layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with whipped cream and a flag pattern on top using the berries (optional but super festive!).

3. Chill:
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

 Tips: 

• Use mini cups or mason jars for individual servings.

• Add a splash of lemon zest to the cream for extra brightness.

• Can be made 1 day ahead—just keep it chilled!