Get ready to transform your dessert game with this heavenly strawberry trifle that's not just a treat, but a culinary masterpiece! Imagine layers of fluffy angel food cake, juicy macerated strawberries, and cloud-like whipped cream coming together in a stunning glass dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious. This no-bake dessert is the perfect showstopper for summer gatherings, potlucks, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinary without spending hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing them thoroughly and slicing them into thin, uniform pieces. If the strawberries are not very sweet, sprinkle the 1/4 cup of sugar over them and let them sit for 10 minutes to macerate, which will release their natural juices.
- Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes using a sharp serrated knife. The cake should be room temperature and slightly firm for easier cutting.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the whipped cream by whipping heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-beat, which can make the cream grainy.
- Select a clear glass trifle dish or large glass bowl to showcase the beautiful layers of the dessert.
- Begin layering the trifle by placing a first layer of angel food cake cubes at the bottom of the dish, covering the entire base.
- Spoon a generous layer of macerated strawberries over the cake cubes, allowing some of the strawberry juice to soak into the cake.
- Add a thick layer of whipped cream on top of the strawberries, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Repeat the layering process: cake cubes, strawberries, and whipped cream until you reach the top of the dish.
- For the final top layer, create a decorative arrangement of strawberry slices and a light dusting of whipped cream.
- Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and the cake to absorb the strawberry juices.
- Serve cold and enjoy the refreshing, light dessert chilled directly from the refrigerator.
Tips
- Choose ripe, vibrant strawberries for the most intense flavor and color.
- Allow the strawberries to macerate with sugar to enhance their natural sweetness and create a delicious syrup.
- Use a serrated knife for clean, precise cuts when cubing the angel food cake.
- Whip the cream just until stiff peaks form to avoid a grainy texture.
- Use a clear glass dish to showcase the beautiful layers of your trifle.
- Chill the trifle for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
- For an extra touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
- This dessert is best served cold, so keep it refrigerated until just before serving.
- For a more adult version, you can lightly drizzle some liqueur over the cake layers.
- The trifle can be prepared up to a day in advance, making it perfect for entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg
