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Easy Red White and Blue Berry Trifle Recipe with Homemade Mascarpone Cream

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A quick and festive trifle dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, fresh berries, and a silky mascarpone cream, perfect for patriotic occasions and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, rinsed and patted dry
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries, gently washed (optional)
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mascarpone cream: Beat the mascarpone cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the mascarpone. Whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  3. Gently wash strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Hull and slice strawberries into thin pieces. Pat all berries dry with a paper towel.
  4. Cut the angel food cake into roughly 1-inch cubes, handling gently to keep pieces intact.
  5. Start layering the trifle: place about one-third of the cake cubes at the bottom of the bowl.
  6. Spread one-third of the mascarpone cream evenly over the cake layer.
  7. Scatter a mix of berries over the cream layer, distributing colors evenly.
  8. Repeat layering two more times: cake, cream, then berries, finishing with a generous berry topping.
  9. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and cake soften.
  10. Just before serving, optionally sprinkle fresh mint leaves on top for garnish.

Notes

Keep mascarpone at room temperature for smooth mixing and heavy cream cold for better whipping. Avoid overwhipping the cream to prevent graininess. Pat berries dry to avoid soggy layers. Chill the trifle for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor. Optional: add a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or amaretto to the cream for extra flavor.

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Keywords: red white and blue trifle, berry trifle, mascarpone cream dessert, easy summer dessert, patriotic dessert, angel food cake trifle

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