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Strawberry Trifle with Angel Food Cake

Strawberry Trifle with Angel Food Cake

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

Strawberry Trifle with Angel Food Cake is a bright and refreshing dessert featuring layers of soft angel food cake, juicy fresh strawberries, and silky plant-based cream. This easy-to-assemble treat offers a perfect balance of light texture and natural sweetness, making it ideal for warm weather gatherings, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for a colorful and indulgent yet light dessert.

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • Angel food cake, cubed – 6 cups

For the Strawberries

  • Fresh strawberries, washed and sliced – 4 cups
  • Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon

For the Cream

  • Plant-based cream – 2 cups, chilled
  • Powdered sugar (natural) – 1/4 cup
  • Vanilla extract (natural) – 1 teaspoon
  • Natural gelling agent – 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Slice them evenly to ensure a perfect balance in every bite. Toss the slices lightly with lemon juice to enhance their natural sweetness and maintain vibrant color.
  2. Whip the Plant-Based Cream: In a chilled bowl, combine the plant-based cream, powdered sugar (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent. Whip the mixture until soft peaks form, ensuring the cream holds its shape while remaining smooth and fluffy.
  3. Cube the Angel Food Cake: Using a serrated knife, gently cut the angel food cake into uniform cubes to facilitate layering and serving. The cake’s light texture will absorb flavors beautifully.
  4. Layer the Trifle: In a clear glass bowl or individual serving dishes, place a layer of cubed angel food cake, followed by a generous layer of whipped cream, then a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat these layers as desired, finishing with a crown of strawberries and a small dollop of cream on top for presentation.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend and the cream to firm up slightly, creating the perfect texture for serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chill all ingredients beforehand to achieve the best cream consistency and a refreshingly cool dessert.
  • Whip cream only until soft peaks form to maintain a smooth and luscious texture.
  • Handle the angel food cake cubes gently to preserve their airy structure.
  • Prepare the trifle several hours ahead to let flavors meld perfectly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake assembly
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Strawberry Trifle, Angel Food Cake, Plant-Based Cream, No-Bake Dessert, Light Dessert, Summer Dessert

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