This strawberries and cream trifle is a perfect summer dessert that is light, refreshing, and bursting with sweet flavors. Layers of angel food cake, fresh strawberries, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped cream create a beautiful and irresistible dessert that will wow your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake, cubed
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a trifle dish, layer half of the angel food cake cubes.
- Top the cake with half of the sliced strawberries.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
- Pour half of the pudding over the strawberries in the trifle dish.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining angel food cake, strawberries, and pudding.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top of the trifle.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Interesting Facts
Trifle is a traditional English dessert that dates back to the 18th century.
You can customize this trifle recipe by using different fruits like raspberries or peaches.
Leftover trifle can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.