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Light and Fluffy Berry Trifle Cups

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A quick and easy homemade dessert featuring airy angel food cake cubes layered with fresh berries and whipped cream, perfect for casual gatherings and light enough to enjoy guilt-free.

Ingredients

  • Angel Food Cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups or 200 g)
  • Fresh Berries (strawberries hulled and sliced, blueberries, raspberries) about 1 ½ cups (225 g)
  • Heavy Whipping Cream, cold, 1 cup (240 ml)
  • Powdered Sugar, 1 tablespoon (8 g), for sweetening whipped cream
  • Vanilla Extract, ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml), optional
  • Lemon Zest, 1 teaspoon, optional

Instructions

  1. Cut the angel food cake into approximately 1-inch cubes. Set aside about 2 cups (200 g) for layering.
  2. Rinse the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries gently under cold water. Hull and slice strawberries into thin pieces. Pat dry with paper towels. Measure about 1 ½ cups (225 g) mixed berries.
  3. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for 10-15 minutes if possible. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold heavy whipping cream into the bowl. Add 1 tablespoon (8 g) powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid overwhipping.
  4. Assemble the trifle cups by layering about ½ cup (50 g) angel food cake cubes at the bottom of each cup, followed by a spoonful of whipped cream, then about ¼ cup (40 g) mixed berries. Repeat layers until cups are filled, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream and a few berries on top.
  5. Sprinkle a little lemon zest on top of each cup for freshness.
  6. Refrigerate the trifle cups for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and the cake soak up berry juices slightly without becoming soggy.

Notes

Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Assemble trifle cups close to serving time to avoid sogginess. For juicier berries, drain or toss with cornstarch to prevent watery layers. Variations include dairy-free coconut whipped cream, seasonal fruits, chocolate ganache layers, and low-sugar options.

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Keywords: berry trifle, angel food cake dessert, light dessert, easy dessert, whipped cream dessert, summer dessert, quick dessert

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