July Firework Cupcakes: An Explosive Treat for Your Summer Celebrations!
A stunning layered trifle with fresh berries, creamy custard, and fluffy whipped cream that showcases patriotic colors. Impressive yet easy to assemble!
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 oz) pound cake, cubed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 (5.1 oz) package instant vanilla pudding
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- Star-shaped sprinkles (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pudding: Whisk pudding mix with milk and 1 tsp vanilla for 2 minutes. Let set 5 minutes.
- Make whipped cream: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Layer trifle: In a clear glass bowl, alternate layers: pound cake, pudding, strawberries, whipped cream, then repeat with blueberries.
- Final touch: Top with remaining whipped cream and arrange berries in a flag pattern. Add sprinkles.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
- For alcohol-free version: Brush cake layers with simple syrup
- Make ahead: Assemble up to 6 hours before serving
- Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free pound cake
- Dairy-free option: Use coconut milk pudding and coconut whipped cream
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg