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Fresh Red White and Blue Berry Trifle with Mascarpone Cream

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A quick and easy patriotic dessert featuring layers of fresh berries, mascarpone cream, and cake, perfect for summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Fresh blueberries, washed and patted dry
  • Fresh raspberries (optional)
  • 8 ounces (225g) mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6–8 ounces (170-225g) angel food cake or pound cake, cut into cubes
  • Lemon zest from 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the berries: Rinse strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries (if using) gently under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin pieces. Set aside.
  2. Make the mascarpone cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip on medium speed with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold in lemon zest if using.
  3. Prepare the cake layers: Cut angel food or pound cake into roughly 1-inch cubes. Optionally brush cubes with milk or simple syrup to add moisture.
  4. Assemble the trifle: In a trifle dish or glass bowl, layer cake cubes to cover the bottom. Spoon mascarpone cream over the cake, then scatter a mix of red berries (strawberries and raspberries), followed by a layer of blueberries. Repeat layers until the dish is full, finishing with mascarpone cream and a few berries on top.
  5. Chill and serve: Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Before serving, gently swirl the top with a spoon to mix some berries into the cream.

Notes

Keep mascarpone cream and bowl chilled before whipping to avoid separation. Do not overwhip the cream to maintain silky texture. Use fresh, firm berries to prevent watery layers. Cover and chill the trifle to allow flavors to meld and cake to soak up juices. Serve within 24 hours for best texture.

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Keywords: patriotic dessert, berry trifle, mascarpone cream, summer dessert, easy trifle recipe, red white and blue dessert

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