Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle Recipe

Patriotic and delicious, this Stars and Stripes Berry Trifle is a showstopper dessert! Little pound cake stars, nestled amongst a vibrant mix of blueberries and raspberries, and layered with creamy custard, create a stunning and unforgettable treat. This recipe is easily adaptable – use one pound cake for a smaller version, or add chocolate shavings and sauce for an extra decadent touch! Perfect for holidays, barbecues, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 45 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 270.6 kcal

Protein 7g

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How to Make Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle

**Prepare the Stars:** Slice one pound cake lengthwise into 5 equal pieces. Spread 2 teaspoons of jam onto 5 cake slices. Top with the remaining slices to create jam sandwiches.
Using a 2-inch star cookie cutter, cut out 3 stars from each sandwich (you should have 15 stars total).
Chop the remaining cake scraps into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside.
**Prepare the Berries:** In a bowl, gently toss 3 cups of blueberries with 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 tablespoon of water.
In a separate bowl, toss 2 cups of raspberries with 2 teaspoons of sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the berries are glossy.
**Assemble the Trifle:** Arrange 7 star sandwiches upright around the bottom of a 3-quart trifle bowl (straight-sided is best).
Place 1 cup of the chopped cake scraps in the center of the dish.
Arrange 1.5 cups of blueberries around the stars, piling them up to surround the stars.
Spread 2 cups of custard (recipe #238798 doubled) evenly over the blueberry and cake layer.
Place 1/2 cup of the chopped cake scraps on top of the custard layer.
Arrange 1 cup of raspberries around the perimeter of the dish.
Spread the remaining 2 cups of custard evenly over the raspberries.
Arrange the remaining 8 star sandwiches upright around the perimeter of the dish.
Arrange the remaining 1.5 cups of blueberries around the stars. Pile the remaining raspberries in the center of the dish.
Spoon whipped cream (amount to taste) on top of the raspberries and garnish with any remaining star cutouts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

29g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle?

Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle?

Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle has approximately 270.6 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle?

The key ingredients for Stars And Stripes Berry Trifle are Butter Pound Cake, Seedless Raspberry Jam, Fresh Blueberries, Sugar, Water, Fresh Raspberries. See the full list with measurements above.