Mixed-Berry Trifle

Ingredients

• 1 store-bought angel food cake
• 1 pint fresh strawberries, diced
• 1 pint fresh blueberries
• 1 pint fresh raspberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Slice the angel food cake into 1-inch thick slices and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
3. In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add vanilla extract and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
4. Layer the angel food cake slices with the berry mixture and whipped cream in a trifle dish, starting with cake and ending with whipped cream.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Trifles are a traditional British dessert, typically served in a glass bowl.
• Trifles can be made with any combination of fruit, custard, cake, and whipped cream.
• Trifles are a great way to use up leftover cake or stale bread.