Description
No-bake disposable trifles layered with ladyfingers, cream cheese custard, and fresh red and blue berries. A vibrant, easy-to-serve American dessert perfect for summer celebrations.
Ingredients
Ladyfinger Cookies
8 cookies
Crisp Italian Savoiardi work best; use pound cake if unavailable
Fresh Strawberries
2 cups
Sliced; choose bright red berries for maximum visual impact
Blueberries
1 cup
Plump, firm berries are essential for the blue layer
Cream Cheese
8 ounces
Full-fat, softened to room temperature for smooth mixing
Powdered Sugar
1/3 cup
Sift if lumpy; adjusts the sweetness of the cream layer
Milk
1/4 cup
Whole milk provides the best consistency; almond milk is a valid substitute
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon
Pure extract yields a better flavor than imitation versions
Instructions
Slice two strawberries lengthwise completely in half including the stem
Halve remaining strawberries and blueberries for layering
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth
Assemble trifles by placing 2 ladyfingers at the base of each container
Layer 1 cup blueberries evenly over ladyfingers
Add 1/2 cup cream cheese mixture, then 1 cup sliced strawberries
Top with remaining cream cheese mixture
Garnish with whole blueberries and strawberry halves for red/white/blue presentation
Chill until serving
Notes
Use halal-certified cream cheese if desired
Store assembled trifles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours
Individual serving sizes prevent cross-layer sogginess
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American