Description
Imagine digging your spoon. Into a symphony of textures and tastes. With this Layered Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle. Each spoonful brings together the light, airy sweetness of angel food cake. The rich creaminess of a perfectly whipped cheesecake layer. And the bright, juicy freshness of ripe strawberries. Crafted with love. And meant to be savored. This dessert. Is not just a treat for the palate. But a feast for the eyes. Making any table it graces. A little more festive. And a lot more delicious. Perfect for special occasions. Or simply when your heart desires. A spoonful of joy.
Ingredients
2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
2 c powdered sugar
1 (8 oz) container sour cream
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extract
1 c Cool Whip, thawed
4 tsp sugar
1 angel food cake, torn into bite-size pieces
2 quarts fresh strawberries, thinly sliced
Instructions
Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in the sour cream, vanilla, and almond extract.
Add Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
Prepare Cake: Stir the torn angel food cake pieces into the cream cheese mixture. Set aside.
Prepare Strawberries: In another bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with sugar until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
Layer the Trifle: In a large glass bowl, start with a layer of strawberries, then add a layer of the cake mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with strawberries on top.
Chill: Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Enjoy your beautiful and delicious trifle once it’s chilled!
Notes
To make this Layered Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle gluten-free. Simply swap the angel food cake. With your favorite gluten-free sponge cake. Or any gluten-free cake that you prefer. Many stores offer a variety of gluten-free cakes. That are airy and light. Perfect for maintaining. The delightful texture of this trifle. Always check the labels of all other ingredients. Like the cream cheese and sour cream. To ensure they are certified gluten-free. This easy substitution. Allows everyone to enjoy this gorgeous, tasty dessert. Without any dietary worries!
