Indulge in a sweet and tangy dessert with this Outrageous Lemon Berry Trifle

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This Outrageous Lemon Berry Trifle is a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, layered with fluffy cake, creamy lemon curd, and fresh berries. It's a show-stopping dessert that will have your guests coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 1 box of lemon cake mix
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 jar of lemon curd
  • 2 cups of fresh mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
  • 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Prepare the lemon cake mix according to the package instructions and bake in a 9x13 inch pan. Let it cool completely.
  2. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  3. Cut the cooled cake into small cubes and place a layer at the bottom of a trifle dish.
  4. Spread a layer of lemon curd over the cake cubes, followed by a layer of mixed berries.
  5. Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the trifle dish, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  6. Garnish with more fresh berries and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Enjoy this Outrageous Lemon Berry Trifle with your friends and family!

Interesting Facts

  • Trifles originated in England in the 17th century and were typically made with layers of sponge cake, custard, and fruit.
  • The word 'trifle' comes from the old French term 'trufle', which means something of little importance or no value.
  • Trifles are often served in glass dishes to show off the beautiful layers of ingredients.