This post shows you how to make summer berry trifle.

Summer Berry Trifle is about to become your new favorite summer dessert!

It’s insanely easy to make and is great for a crowd – the perfect summer garden party dessert! and what’s even better? you don’t need to serve it with anything else if you don’t want to – it’s an all-in-one type of dessert!

Some links on this page are affiliate links which means that, if you choose to make a purchase,
we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We really appreciate your support!

Aesther Cooking Pairs this recipe with

Ingredients

For the Trifle Layers:

1 pound cake, angel food cake, or sponge cake (store-bought or homemade), cubed

1 ½ cups strawberries, sliced

1 cup blueberries

1 cup raspberries

1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for brightness)

For the Cream Layer:

2 cups heavy whipping cream

3 tbsp powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

(or substitute with prepared whipped topping for convenience)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Berries

Wash and dry the berries. If desired, toss with a tablespoon of sugar and let sit for 10–15 minutes to bring out their juices.

Make the Whipped Cream

In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Don’t overmix—stop when it’s light and billowy.

Assemble the Trifle

In a trifle dish or large glass bowl:

Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of berries and a swirl of whipped cream.

Add a layer of cubed cake.

Spoon a layer of whipped cream.

Scatter a handful of berries.

Chill & Serve

Refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes if you like the flavors more melded, or serve immediately for a fresh, airy texture.

Tips and Tricks

Use day-old cake as this will provide better structure for the trifle and less sogginess.

Chill your mixing bowl and whisks before whipping the cream for quicker and fluffier results.

Not too many layers! – 3 is the perfect balance with this dessert.

🌿 key lime pie – Make It Your Own – Try:

🍋Lemon Berry Trifle
- Use lemon curd or lemon zest and fold it into the cream.
🍄‍🟫 Mini Trifles
- Using mason jars or small dessert glasses to make mini versions of the trifle.
🍫 Chocolate Berry Trifle
- Layer with chocolate cake and pudding instead.

Ingredients

For the Trifle Layers:

1 pound cake angel food cake, or sponge cake (store-bought or homemade), cubed
1 ½ cups strawberries sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 cup raspberries
1 tbsp sugar optional, to macerate berries
1 tsp lemon zest optional, for brightness

For the Cream Layer:

2 cups heavy whipping cream
3 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
or substitute with prepared whipped topping for convenience

Instructions

Prepare the Berries

Wash and dry the berries. If desired, toss with a tablespoon of sugar and let sit for 10–15 minutes to bring out their juices.

Make the Whipped Cream

In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Don’t overmix—stop when it’s light and billowy.

Assemble the Trifle

In a trifle dish or large glass bowl:
Add a layer of cubed cake.
Spoon a layer of whipped cream.
Scatter a handful of berries.
Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of berries and a swirl of whipped cream.

Chill & Serve

Refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes if you like the flavors more melded, or serve immediately for a fresh, airy texture.

how to serve your summer berry trifle

Berry Trifle is amazing served cold, straight out of the fridge and:

Scooping with a large spoon to keep the layers in tact.

Served at a gathering – as part of dessert Buffett or mini truffles

FAQs

Q: Can I make this trifle the day before?
A: You can assemble up to 24 hrs before and keep it in the fridge until serving.

Q: What if I don’t have fresh berries?
A: Frozen can work as long as you defrost and drain liquid or you can use canned fruits too!

Nutritional Information (Approximate)

Protein: 3g
Carbs: 32g
Fats: 18g

We hope that this will become a summer fave for you!

loved summer berry trifle? make these next:

Looking for more dessert recipe ideas? visit Dessert

This post shows you how to summer berry trifle.

Summer Berry Trifle