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Easy No-Bake Berry Trifle Recipe for Quick Stunning Desserts

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A quick and easy no-bake berry trifle that layers fresh berries, whipped cream, and soft cake for a light, vibrant dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought works great)
  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh raspberries
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (if berries aren’t very sweet)
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Optional toppings: shaved white chocolate or toasted almonds for crunch

Instructions

  1. Rinse all berries under cold water and pat dry. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin slices. Toss the berries gently with 1 tablespoon sugar if desired.
  2. In a large chilled bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, whip until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overbeat.
  3. Cut your pound cake or angel food cake into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  4. Start by spooning a layer of cake cubes evenly into the bottom of the trifle bowl. Next, add a generous layer of whipped cream, spreading gently with a spatula. Then, add a layer of mixed berries. Repeat the layers—cake, cream, berries—until you reach the top of the bowl. Reserve some berries and cream for a pretty finish.
  5. Finish with a final dollop of whipped cream and scatter reserved berries on top. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of shaved white chocolate or toasted almonds if desired.
  6. Let the trifle chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Use cold cream and a chilled bowl to whip cream faster. Drain berries if very juicy to prevent sogginess. Pound cake holds shape better than sponge cake. Can be made dairy-free by swapping heavy cream with coconut cream and using dairy-free cake. Can be prepared ahead and holds well refrigerated up to 24 hours. Stir gently before serving if separation occurs.

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Keywords: no-bake dessert, berry trifle, quick dessert, easy trifle, summer dessert, layered dessert, whipped cream dessert

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