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Fresh Red White and Blue No-Bake Mason Jar Berry Trifle

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, fresh strawberries, blueberries, whipped cream, and optional vanilla yogurt, perfect for patriotic occasions and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup whipped cream, whipped to soft peaks
  • 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash the strawberries and blueberries thoroughly. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin pieces. Cut the angel food cake into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream to soft peaks. Optionally, add a teaspoon of powdered sugar while whipping.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and stir until smooth.
  4. Start layering in mason jars: begin with a spoonful of angel food cake cubes at the bottom.
  5. Add a layer of mixed berries—about 2 tablespoons each of strawberries and blueberries per jar.
  6. Spoon a dollop of whipped cream over the berries, followed by a tablespoon of the yogurt mixture.
  7. Repeat layers of cake cubes, berries, and finish with whipped cream on top. Gently press layers down without smashing the cake.
  8. Garnish each jar with a sprig of fresh mint.
  9. Refrigerate the jars for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and cake soften slightly.

Notes

Drain berries if very juicy to avoid soggy cake. Chill whipped cream bowl and beaters for better whipping. Do not press layers too hard to maintain texture. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving. Can prepare a few hours ahead; add whipped cream topping just before serving. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 2 days; best eaten within 24 hours.

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Keywords: no-bake dessert, berry trifle, patriotic dessert, mason jar dessert, angel food cake, summer dessert, easy dessert

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