Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, and what better way to show someone you care than with a dessert that’s as sweet as they are? This Berry Sweet Love Trifle is a delightful mix of juicy berries, fluffy cream, and soft sponge cake—perfect for sharing with your special someone or treating yourself!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 pound fresh raspberries
- 1 package of vanilla sponge cake (or ladyfingers)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam or preserves
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cream Layer: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until combined, creating a light and fluffy cream layer.
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Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, start by layering pieces of vanilla sponge cake (or ladyfingers) at the bottom. Drizzle a small amount of raspberry jam over the cake for extra flavor and sweetness.
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Layer the Berries: Add a generous handful of sliced strawberries and raspberries on top of the cake layer. You can arrange them however you like to create a colorful contrast.
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Add the Cream: Spoon a thick layer of the cream mixture over the berries, smoothing it out with a spatula. Repeat the layers (cake, jam, berries, cream) until you’ve filled the dish.
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Top it Off: Finish with a final layer of berries and a light dusting of powdered sugar. For an extra touch, add a few fresh mint leaves to the top.
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Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy this sweet, fruity treat perfect for sharing with your Valentine.