Cherries in the Snow Trifle Fourth of July Version
Celebrate Independence Day with the dazzling 'Cherries in the Snow Trifle: Fourth of July Version,' a festive and fruity dessert perfect for any patriotic gathering. This no-fuss trifle layers moist, fluffy white cake cubes with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, creating a velvety, cloud-like base. Vibrant cherry pie filling and fresh blueberries add bursts of bold red and blue, crafting a striking tribute to the holiday's colors. With optional sprinkles and fresh mint for garnish, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour and requiring minimal prep, this make-ahead treat is ideal for feeding a crowd while keeping you stress-free on the big day. Serve chilled and watch your guests marvel at this elegant, celebratory showstopper! Perfect for July 4th, backyard barbecues, or any summer celebration, this recipe is bound to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box White cake mix
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Water
- 0.3333 cup Vegetable oil
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 21 ounces Cherry pie filling
- 1.5 cups Fresh blueberries
- 3 tablespoons Red and blue sprinkles (optional)
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions by combining the mix, eggs, water, and oil. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese filling. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (this usually takes 3-4 minutes). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated to create a fluffy filling.
Once the cake is cool, cut it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large trifle bowl or glass serving dish, assemble the layers: start with a layer of cake cubes, then spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling, followed by spoonfuls of cherry pie filling. Add a handful of fresh blueberries to create a vibrant red, white, and blue pattern.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cream cheese filling on top. Decorate with additional cherries, blueberries, red and blue sprinkles, and optional fresh mint leaves for garnish.
Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy this patriotic dessert with friends and family!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 349.6 g | 448% | |
| Saturated Fat | 164.6 g | 823% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 46.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1289 mg | 430% | |
| Sodium | 4645 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 730.2 g | 266% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.7 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1202 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*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.
