Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle
A layered dessert featuring fresh strawberries, blueberries, vanilla custard, and whipped cream for a festive patriotic treat. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers hulled and sliced fresh strawberries, fresh blueberries, (3.4 oz) vanilla pudding mix into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, hulled and sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 8 oz, cut into 1-inch cubes angel food cake
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk 1 package vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups whole milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
- Step 2: In a separate chilled bowl, beat 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Step 3: In a large glass trifle bowl or individual parfait glasses, layer one-third of 8 oz angel food cake cubes evenly.
- Step 4: Spoon one-third of the prepared vanilla pudding over the cake cubes, spreading evenly.
- Step 5: Scatter 2/3 cup sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup blueberries over the pudding layer.
- Step 6: Add a layer of whipped cream, using about one-third of the mixture.
- Step 7: Repeat layers two more times (cake, pudding, berries, whipped cream) finishing with a topping of berries and whipped cream.
- Step 8: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Memorial Day Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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