Recipe: 4th of July Trifle 🇺🇸
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 1 large clear glass bowl
Description:
This 4th of July Trifle is almost too pretty to eat! You’ll love all the Ooo’s and Ahhh’s from this dessert! Perfect for summer gatherings, it’s a dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 packages | cream cheese |
| 2 cups | confectioners’ sugar |
| 8 ounces | sour cream |
| 1/4 teaspoon | vanilla extract |
| 1 angel food cake | torn into pieces |
| 1/2 pint | strawberries |
| 1/2 pint | blueberries |
| 1 cup | granulated sugar |
| 3 tablespoons | almond flavoring |
| 1 pint | heavy whipping cream |
Instructions:
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Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
- Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring to the cream cheese mixture. Set aside.
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Whipped Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
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Berry Preparation:
- In another bowl, combine the strawberries, blueberries, granulated sugar, and 3 tablespoons of almond flavoring.
- You can mix the berries together or keep them separate for a red, white, and blue effect. If keeping separate, divide the sugar and almond flavoring between the two bowls.
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Assembly:
- In a clear glass bowl, alternate layers of the cream cheese mixture and the prepared berries.
- Continue layering until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of berries on top.
- Garnish the top with extra berries for a beautiful presentation.
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Chill:
- Refrigerate the trifle for at least a couple of hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve:
- Serve chilled and enjoy the oohs and ahhs as your guests indulge in this delightful dessert!
Tips:
- For a variation, try adding peaches along with the berries for a delicious twist.
- Ensure the heavy whipping cream is well chilled before whipping for best results.
- Experiment with different combinations of fruits to suit your taste preferences.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 6521.6
- Fat Content: 296.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 170.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 950.3mg
- Sodium Content: 4806.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 905.3g
- Fiber Content: 27.6g
- Sugar Content: 678.7g
- Protein Content: 81.6g
Reviews:
- Aggregated Rating: 5/5 stars
- Review Count: 35
This 4th of July Trifle recipe is a definite crowd-pleaser, with its vibrant colors and decadent layers. Whether you’re celebrating Independence Day or any summer occasion, this dessert is sure to be a hit!
