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Berry Cheesecake Trifle

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A luscious, no-bake layered dessert featuring creamy cheesecake filling, tender cake or cookie crumbs, and a medley of fresh mixed berries—perfect for entertaining with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream or 1 1/2 cups whipped cream
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for berries)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 9×13-inch yellow cake (baked and cubed) or 12-16 vanilla cookies, crushed
  • 3 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gently toss the mixed berries with a little powdered sugar and optional lemon zest. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Fold in sour cream or whipped cream until mixture is creamy and well-blended.
  4. Cube baked yellow cake or crush vanilla cookies into coarse pieces.
  5. In a trifle dish or large clear glass bowl, layer cake pieces, cheesecake filling, and berry mixture.
  6. Repeat layers until the dish is filled, finishing with a layer of berries on top.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and filling to firm.
  8. Before serving, top with extra whipped cream, fresh berries, and a sprinkle of lemon zest, if desired.

Notes

  • Use well-chilled whipped cream for a lighter texture in the cheesecake layer.
  • Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained thoroughly.
  • Assemble in individual cups or jars for single-serve presentations.
  • Best served within 3 days; do not freeze.
  • Add chopped nuts between layers for added crunch.

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