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Lemon Strawberry Trifle

Lemon Strawberry Trifle: No-Bake Bliss for Summer Celebrations

The Lemon Strawberry Trifle is a no-bake dessert that combines angel food cake, creamy lemon filling, and vibrant strawberries, perfect for summer celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Trifle Base
  • 1 prepared Angel food cake Offers a light, spongy base.
  • 2 cups Fresh strawberries Opt for ripe berries to enhance flavor.
For the Lemon Filling
  • 8 ounces Fat-free cream cheese Adds creaminess with a slight tang.
  • 1 cup Fat-free vanilla yogurt Contributes sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Fat-free milk Keeps the pudding light and airy.
  • 3.4 ounces Instant lemon pudding mix Creates the lemon layer effortlessly.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated lemon zest Freshens flavor and adds aroma.
For the Strawberry Sauce
  • ½ cup White grape juice Can substitute with water.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped topping Perfect for adding a creamy finish.
  • ½ cup Additional strawberries Great for garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • blender
  • Trifle bowl or large serving dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and vanilla yogurt until smooth.
  2. Add milk, lemon pudding mix, and lemon zest to the cream mixture and mix until combined.
  3. Blend sliced strawberries with white grape juice until smooth to make the strawberry sauce.
  4. Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes.
  5. Layer the cake cubes, lemon pudding mixture, sliced strawberries, and strawberry sauce in a trifle bowl.
  6. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cake.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Garnish with whipped topping and additional strawberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This no-bake dessert is customizable with various fruits and is best served cold, making it perfect for summer gatherings.

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