Description
This colorful and festive trifle is the perfect patriotic dessert for your summer celebrations. Layered with fresh berries, creamy mascarpone, and fluffy whipped cream, it’s a delicious and visually stunning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 loaf pound cake
- for garnish fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- In a large glass trifle bowl or individual serving cups, start layering the dessert. Begin with a layer of cubed pound cake.
- Next, add a layer of sliced strawberries followed by a layer of blueberries.
- Spoon a layer of the mascarpone mixture over the berries.
- Repeat the layers until the bowl is filled, finishing with a layer of the mascarpone mixture on top.
- Garnish with additional berries and fresh mint leaves.
- Refrigerate the trifle for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Feel free to use other berries like raspberries or blackberries to add more color.
- This trifle can be prepared a few hours ahead of time, making it perfect for gatherings.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: patriotic desserts, summer desserts, berry trifle, no-bake desserts, festive desserts