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Light & Elegant Gluten-Free Berry Trifle – The Perfect Summer Layered Dessert


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  • Author: Madilyn
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 4 min

Ingredients

Cake & Fruit

1 (9-inch) prepared gluten-free angel food cake, cut into ½-inch cubes

32 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

12 oz fresh raspberries

6 oz fresh blueberries

Cream Layer

14 oz dairy-free cream cheese alternative (or regular cream cheese), softened

1¼ cups powdered sugar, sifted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

9 oz dairy-free whipped topping (or whipped topping of choice), chilled


Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake
    Cut the gluten-free angel food cake into evenly sized cubes and set aside.
  2. Prepare the fruit
    Wash berries carefully and dry completely. Slice strawberries lengthwise.
  3. Make the cream filling
    In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese alternative with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  4. Whip until fluffy
    Increase speed and whip for 2–3 minutes until light and airy.
  5. Fold in whipped topping
    Gently fold half of the whipped topping into the mixture using a spatula. Add the remaining half and fold carefully until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Assemble the trifle
  7. Spread a thin cream layer on the bottom of the bowl.

Add a layer of cake cubes.

Sprinkle one-third of the berries.

Spread half of the cream mixture.

Repeat with another cake and berry layer.

Finish with remaining cream.

  1. Garnish
    Top with remaining berries and a few cake cubes for decoration.
  2. Chill
    Cover and refrigerate for 2–4 hours before serving.
  3. Serve
    Spoon deeply to include all layers in each portion.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, lightly drizzle fruit juice or a splash of liqueur over the cake cubes before layering.
  • Assemble the trifle the same day you plan to serve it for the best texture.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Avoid frozen berries unless fully thawed and drained.
  • Individual serving glasses can be used for parties or portion control.
  • Prep Time: 45 min