Blueberry Trifle
Indulge in the sweet, tangy delight of this stunning Blueberry Trifle, a crowd-pleasing no-bake dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Layers of moist pound cake, velvety vanilla custard, and juicy blueberries come together in this easy-to-assemble treat, topped off with airy homemade whipped cream infused with a touch of vanilla. A hint of fresh lemon zest adds a vibrant citrus flair, while optional mint leaves elevate its presentation to create a truly show-stopping centerpiece. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or any occasion, this quick dessert takes just 20 minutes to prepare and serves six generously. Chill it in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld into a refreshing, creamy masterpiece that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf pound cake
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups vanilla custard
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the pound cake into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. This will be your whipped cream topping.
Rinse the blueberries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Grate the lemon zest and set it aside for layering.
In a trifle dish or large clear bowl, begin assembling the layers. Start with an even layer of pound cake cubes at the bottom.
Spoon a layer of vanilla custard over the cake cubes, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle half of the blueberries over the custard layer and a pinch of lemon zest.
Add a layer of whipped cream over the blueberries, spreading gently with a spatula.
Repeat the layering process (cake, custard, blueberries, and whipped cream) until the dish is full or all ingredients are used, making sure to end with a whipped cream layer on top.
Garnish the top with a handful of blueberries, a sprinkle of lemon zest, and a few mint leaves if desired.
Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 317 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 180 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
