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The Ultimate Strawberry Trifle

If you're looking for a dessert that’s both stunning and delicious, The Ultimate Strawberry Trifle is the perfect choice. Layers of fresh strawberries, soft cake, creamy pudding, and fluffy whipped topping come together to create a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is indulgent.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • #### Trifle Layers
  • - 2 pounds fresh strawberries sliced
  • - 1/4 cup granulated sugar to macerate strawberries
  • - 1 box 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
  • - 2 cups cold milk
  • - 1 container 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • - 1 store-bought or homemade pound cake cubed
  • #### Garnish
  • - Fresh strawberries
  • - Mint leaves optional

Equipment

  • - Trifle dish or large glass bowl
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Whisk or electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. **Prepare the strawberries**
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with the granulated sugar. Let them sit for 15 minutes to release their juices (macerate).
  3. **Prepare the pudding**
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes, or until smooth and thickened. Let it set for 5 minutes.
  5. **Layer the trifle**
  6. In the bottom of a trifle dish or large glass bowl, add a layer of cubed pound cake. Spoon a layer of macerated strawberries (with their juices) over the cake. Add a layer of vanilla pudding, followed by a layer of whipped topping.
  7. **Repeat the layers**
  8. Repeat the layers (cake, strawberries, pudding, whipped topping) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped topping on top.
  9. **Garnish**
  10. Decorate the top with whole or sliced strawberries and a few mint leaves for a fresh, elegant touch.
  11. **Chill and serve**
  12. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.