Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle A Decadent Delight

Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle: A Decadent Delight

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This Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle is a stunning dessert that layers creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and buttery cake in a beautiful glass dish. Perfect for any occasion, it combines the rich flavor of cheesecake with the sweet freshness of strawberries and the lightness of cake, making it a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

  • For the Cheesecake Layer:
    • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 cup sour cream
  • For the Strawberry Layer:
    • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • For the Cake Layer:
    • 1 store-bought or homemade pound cake, cut into cubes
    • 1/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves (optional)
  • For Garnish:
    • Fresh mint leaves
    • Additional strawberries

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Strawberry Layer:
    • In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for about 30 minutes to allow the strawberries to release their juices and become slightly syrupy.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Layer:
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until well incorporated.
    • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
    • Add the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  3. Assemble the Trifle:
    • In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom.
    • Spread a layer of strawberry jam over the cake cubes if using.
    • Spoon a layer of the cheesecake mixture over the cake.
    • Add a layer of the marinated strawberries.
    • Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the dish, ending with a layer of cheesecake mixture.
  4. Chill and Serve:
    • Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set.
    • Just before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and additional strawberries.
  5. Enjoy:
    • Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake, sweet strawberries, and moist cake in every spoonful.

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