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Perfect Berry Trifle Cake Recipe with 5 Creamy Layers

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A stunning dessert featuring layers of fluffy cake, creamy textures, and vibrant fresh berries. Perfect for any occasion and deceptively easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh raspberries
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, if berries are tart)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat sugar and butter until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in buttermilk and vanilla, then gradually fold in the dry ingredients.
  5. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
  8. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  9. Wash and prep berries. If they’re a bit tart, toss them with 1 tbsp of sugar and let them sit for 10 minutes to sweeten.
  10. Slice cooled cakes into cubes.
  11. Start layering in your trifle dish with a layer of cake cubes, followed by a layer of cream, and then a layer of berries. Repeat until your dish is full, finishing with a layer of berries on top for a beautiful presentation.
  12. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Ensure your bowl and whisk are cold when whipping cream for better results.’, ‘Let cream cheese soften at room temperature to avoid lumps in the cream mixture.’, ‘Cool the cake completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.’, ‘Layer strategically with larger cake pieces at the bottom for a sturdy base.’, ‘For a uniform look, cut the cake into even cubes or use a biscuit cutter for round pieces.’]

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Keywords: Berry Trifle, Layered Dessert, Summer Dessert, Easy Dessert, Creamy Layers, Fresh Berries, Party Dessert, Holiday Dessert

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