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Easy Mini Trifle Desserts

Easy Mini Trifle Desserts: Delightful Layers for Any Occasion

Easy Mini Trifle Desserts are colorful, no-bake treats perfect for summer gatherings, providing endless variations to delight everyone at your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 desserts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 package Pre-made Angel Food Cake Perfectly light and airy; using premade saves time.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Opt for seasonal berries for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Consider substituting with raspberries for variety.
For the Cream Layers
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for whipping to a rich, fluffy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sweetens whipped cream with a smooth touch.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Creates a creamy and tangy filling.
For the Sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar Adjust based on your berry sweetness preferences.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd Adds a zesty kick for a refreshing twist.
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips For those who enjoy a chocolate touch.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts Offers a crunchy texture.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sieve
  • Clear cups or dessert glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make Strawberry Puree: Blend 2 cups of fresh strawberries in a blender until smooth. Pass the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  2. Prepare Angel Food Cake: Cut the pre-made angel food cake into small cubes. Slice additional strawberries for decoration.
  3. Create Whipped Cream: In a large bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar.
  4. Prepare Strawberry Cream Cheese Filling: Blend the reserved whipped cream with 4 ounces of cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of strawberry puree.
  5. Layer Ingredients: Alternate layers of angel food cake, strawberry cream cheese filling, sliced strawberries, and strawberry puree in clear cups.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifles for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dessertCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use piping bags for layering cream and fruit for a polished look. Always use seasonal berries for best flavor. Chill trifles for at least an hour before serving.

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