Berry Trifle Cups Delight (Printable Version)

Layers of soft cake, whipped cream, and berries combine for a sweet, refreshing treat—ideal for sharing or celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cake

01 - 4 cups pound cake or sponge cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought or homemade)

→ Berries

02 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1 cup raspberries
04 - 1 cup blueberries
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

→ Whipped Cream

07 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, chilled
08 - 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Garnish

10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, granulated sugar (if using), and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
02 - In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
03 - To assemble, layer one-third of the cake cubes into the bottom of each of 6 clear cups or glasses.
04 - Spoon a layer of whipped cream over the cake, followed by a layer of mixed berries.
05 - Repeat the layers (cake, cream, berries) until the cups are full, finishing with a layer of whipped cream and a few berries on top.
06 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses simple everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • No baking required and ready in under thirty minutes
  • Naturally vibrant and visually stunning in single servings
  • Refreshingly light and not overly sweet
02 -
  • Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants from fresh berries
  • Perfect for parties because of individual servings
  • Easily adaptable with different fruits or cake types
03 -
  • Always start with cold heavy cream for the perfect whipped texture.
  • Do not skip letting the berries sit with sugar and lemon as this creates a juicy syrup.
  • If making for kids or outdoor events, skip the alcohol and double up on berries for extra freshness.

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