Lemon Berry Trifle

This Lemon Berry Trifle recipe is so good, and the fruit makes it delicious and festive.

if I do not want to use berries as easily not available in my country what are the best substitutes for fruit? The short answer is any fruit will work!

This lemon berry trifle is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for summer.

It’s a simple yet flavorful mix of lemon, berries, and creamy pudding that will have your taste buds singing for joy.

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Why I love Lemon Berry Trifle?

• Summery flavors
• Easy to assemble
• Beautiful dessert to take
• Family-friendly dessert

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What is the best way to layer a trifle?

Start with a thin layer of pudding to anchor the cake. Next add the cake cut into cubes. Follow with another layer of pudding but this time make sure that it goes all the way to the edge of the trifle bowl – using 1/2 of the pudding. Next add 1/2 of the fruit, followed by 1/2 of the whipped cream. Add the remaining cake cubes. The final layer of the pudding mixture goes on next, followed by most of the fruit. Top with remaining whipped cream and remaining fruit.

Will a trifle get soggy overnight?

The cake absorbs the moisture from the fruit and pudding but doesn’t get soggy, just moist and flavorful. Make sure that the trifle is refrigerated to maintain freshness and keep it from becoming soggy.

What is the first layer of a trifle?

Depending upon the recipe, the first layer of the trifle may be the pudding or the cake. There is a difference of opinion in many recipes. Some say you should put the pudding as the first layer to serve as an anchor and add some moisture for the first cake layer. Others begin with the cake layer. This is probably personal preference and depending upon the dish used, may need to be aesthetically adjusted.

How to serve Lemon Berry Trifle?

This is a light dessert due to the homemade version of whipped cream. Serve it as a snack or a dessert with a cup of iced tea or coffee.

Tips:

There aren’t any cooking tips but do not overmix the whipped cream or it will become grainy instead of having smooth, stiff peaks.

Variations:

Different puddings, berries, and cakes can be used in the trifle. Adjust to your liking.

What you need to make Lemon Berry Trifle:

• Angel food cake crumbled into pieces
• Heavy whipping cream divided
• Milk
• Lemon-flavored instant pudding
• Lemon juice
• Powdered sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Strawberries sliced
• Blueberries
• Blackberries for garnish

How to make Lemon Berry Trifle:

Step 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the two boxes of lemon pudding with 2 C. heavy whipping cream, 2 cups of milk, and a tablespoon of lemon juice. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Chill for 1 hour.

Step 2. Add the remaining 2 cups of heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to a mixing bowl and beat on high until stiff peaks form.

Step 3. Place a layer of half of the cake pieces in the bottom of a large serving bowl.

Step 4. Top the cake with ½ of the lemon pudding mixture.

Then ½ of the strawberries, blueberries, and half of the whipped cream.

Step 5. Repeat the same layers one more time and garnish with blackberries on top before serving.

Lemon Berry Trifle

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

This Lemon Berry Trifle recipe is so good, and the fruit makes it delicious and festive, if I do not want to use berries as easily not available in my country what are the best substitutes for fruit? The short answer is any fruit will work!

4.67 from 3 votes

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Ingredients 

• 9 inch Angel food cake crumbled into pieces
• 4 C. Heavy whipping cream divided
• 2 C. Milk
• 2 Boxes Lemon flavored instant pudding
• 1 Tbsp. Lemon juice
• 1 C. Powdered sugar
• 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
• 1 Quart strawberries sliced
• 2 C. Blueberries
• Blackberries for garnish

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Instructions

• In a mixing bowl, combine the two boxes of lemon pudding with 2 C. heavy whipping cream, 2 cups of milk, and a tablespoon of lemon juice. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Chill for 1 hour.
• Add the remaining 2 cups of heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to a mixing bowl and beat on high until stiff peaks form.
• Place a layer of half of the cake pieces in the bottom of a large serving bowl.
• Top the cake with ½ of the lemon pudding mixture and then ½ of the strawberries, blueberries, and half of the whipped cream.
• Repeat the same layers one more time and garnish with blackberries on top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 95mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g

Author: Laura

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How to Store Lemon Berry Trifle?

Lemon Berry Trible needs to be refrigerated when not being served. Be sure it is well covered. It is not recommended to freeze this dessert.

How to reheat Lemon Berry Trifle?

This dessert is not served hot, so there is no reheating of this dish.

How long does Lemon Berry Trifle last on the fridge?

This trifle should last 3-4 days in the refrigerator as long as it is well covered, and a clean serving spoon is always used to dish up new servings.

Can I make ahead Lemon Berry Trifle?

Lemon Berry Trifle can be made ahead and enjoyed within the first day of making for the best results.

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