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Creamy Red White and Blue Berry Trifle with Cheese Mousse

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A festive and refreshing summer dessert featuring layers of creamy cheese mousse, fresh red, white, and blue berries, and moist pound cake. Perfect for celebrations and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • 10 oz pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp berry liqueur or fruit juice (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
  • Extra whole berries (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes on medium speed).
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping to medium peaks (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. Add lemon zest and mix just until combined.
  4. Toss strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with granulated sugar in a bowl. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes to release their juices.
  5. Cut the pound cake into 1-inch cubes. Lightly drizzle or brush the cubes with berry liqueur or fruit juice if using.
  6. Assemble the trifle by layering 1/3 of the cake cubes at the bottom of a trifle bowl, followed by 1/3 of the cheese mousse, then a layer of macerated berries. Repeat the layers once more.
  7. Top with whole berries and fresh mint leaves for garnish.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, firm berries to avoid sogginess. Do not overwhip the cream; stop at medium peaks. Assemble close to serving time and chill at least 2 hours. Serve within 1-2 days for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute pound cake with gluten-free cornbread muffins. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and coconut cream.

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