Description
This Red Velvet Trifle is a stunning layered dessert featuring moist red velvet cake, creamy vanilla-cream cheese filling, and fresh berries. Perfect for gatherings, this no-bake trifle combines vibrant flavors and textures in an easy-to-assemble dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Red Velvet Cake
- 1 box Red Velvet cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as per package instructions)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 2 blocks (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Fruit Toppings
- 2 cups blueberries
- 1 cup strawberries, halved
Instructions
- Prepare and Bake Cake: Preheat your oven and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them well to ensure easy cake removal. Prepare the red velvet cake batter following the package directions, then divide the batter evenly between the pans. Bake as instructed and allow the cakes to cool completely.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and heavy whipping cream, then continue beating until the mixture is thickened and fluffy.
- Assemble First Layer: Place one layer of cooled red velvet cake at the bottom of a large trifle dish. Spread half of the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake layer. Arrange a single layer of blueberries on top of the cream cheese filling.
- Complete the Trifle: Place the second cake layer over the blueberries. Spread the remaining cream cheese filling across the top. Garnish with halved strawberries and a few extra blueberries for decoration. Cover the trifle and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld.
Notes
- Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the cream cheese filling from melting.
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and appearance.
- You can prepare the cake layers a day in advance to save time on assembly day.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle some crushed nuts or chocolate shavings on top before serving.
- Keep the trifle refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
