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Memorial Day Desserts: 5 Festive Treats to Savor


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 120
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Celebrate Memorial Day with these delightful desserts that are perfect for gatherings and BBQs. From refreshing berry trifles to vibrant red, white, and blue treats, these recipes will add a festive touch to your holiday.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • 1 cup Blueberries
  • 2 cups Whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 whole Vanilla cake (cut into cubes)
  • for garnish Mint leaves

Instructions

  1. In a clear trifle dish or individual cups, layer the vanilla cake cubes at the bottom.
  2. Add a layer of strawberries, followed by a layer of blueberries.
  3. Spoon a layer of whipped cream over the berries.
  4. Repeat the layers until the dish is full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and additional berries if desired.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute the cake with store-bought pound cake for a quicker option.
  • Feel free to add other fruits like raspberries or bananas for variety.
  • This dessert can be made a day in advance; just add the whipped cream before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Memorial Day desserts, berry trifle, summer desserts, patriotic desserts