Mini Fruit Trifle Recipe – The Perfect Red, White & Blue Dessert

When it comes to making a red, white and blue dessert to celebrate a patriotic holiday, you can’t go wrong with this Mini Fruit Trifle recipe. It is the perfect dessert for two to celebrate Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.

Not only are the individual dessert cups visually appealing, but they are also a nice and refreshing sweet treat that won’t leave you feeling overstuffed. Plus, they are so easy to make with the help of a few store bought ingredients.

In under 30 minutes you will have the perfect dessert for two that can be enjoyed as part of your holiday celebration or any day of the year! Now you just have to decide if you want to add whipped cream on top!

The Base: Angel Food Cake

The base of these mini fruit trifles is a light and airy angel food cake. With its subtle sweetness and cloud-like texture, angel food cake is the perfect foundation for a dessert that feels indulgent without being too heavy.

It’s also a great base to soak up all the delicious flavors of the fruit and sauce without overpowering them. You can easily find angel food cake at your local bakery or grocery store, or if you’re feeling adventurous, bake one from scratch.

For these trifles, you’ll need about 1 ½ cups of cubed angel food cake if you are making the dessert ‘for two’. However, you can easily double, triple or even quadruple the recipe to make more for your family or friends.

Blueberries and Cherry Lime Sauce

To give our trifles the patriotic blue color, fresh blueberries are the perfect choice. Blueberries are not only deliciously sweet but they are also slightly tart.

Not to mention that their small size makes them easy to eat. Their slightly crisp, yet juicy texture compliments the softness of the angel food cake below. However, if you prefer you could use black raspberries or even blackberries in place of the blueberries.

But the real star in this mini fruit trifle dessert is the homemade cherry lime sauce. Made from fresh cherries, a touch of sugar, and a hint of lime, this sauce brings a little tangy flavor along with a bit of sweetness that balances the flavors beautifully.

The cherries add a deep red hue, while the lime juice brightens the flavor that brings the dessert together.

Here’s a quick look at how to make the sauce:

1. Prepare the Cornstarch Mixture: Start by combining cornstarch with a bit of water in a small bowl. This will help thicken the sauce without making it too heavy.
2. Cook the Cherry Sauce: In a saucepan, mix the fresh cherries, sugar, and water over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves. Then, add the cornstarch mixture and continue to stir as the sauce thickens.
3. Finish with Lime: Once thickened, remove the sauce from the heat and stir in freshly squeezed lime juice. This step is crucial as it adds a refreshing twist to the sweet cherries.

Make sure to let the cherry lime sauce cool to room temperature before layering it in the trifles. You can even make it a day or two ahead of time and store it in a closed container in the refrigerator.

How To Assemble The Red, White and Blue Mini Fruit Trifles

The best part about this recipe is that it takes minutes to layer the ingredients. In just a few steps you will create a beautiful and delicious dessert to celebrate the holiday. Here are the easy steps to assemble them:

1. Start with the Angel Food Cake: In a small glass or plastic cup, begin by adding ¾ cup of cubed angel food cake. This will be the base layer that soaks up all the flavors from the sauce.
2. Add the Cherry Lime Sauce: Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the cherry lime sauce over the cake cubes. Make sure to spread it evenly over the top and sides so that every bite is packed with flavor.
3. Top with Fresh Blueberries: Next, add ¼ cup of fresh blueberries to each cup. Their iconic blue color and juicy texture make them the perfect addition to the trifles.
4. Finish with Whipped Cream (optional): Finally, top your trifles with a generous dollop of whipped cream. For an extra festive touch, add red, white, and blue sprinkles.

Serving Suggestions

These trifles are perfect for individual servings, making them ideal for parties, picnics, or any event where you want a portable dessert that’s easy to serve. They can also be made in a larger dish for a shareable dessert.

If you have any leftover cherry lime sauce, don’t worry! It stores beautifully in the refrigerator and can be used as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or even more angel food cake.

Red, White & Blue Mini Fruit Trifle Recipe

*A printable recipe card is located at the bottom of this article which contains the specific measurements, temperatures and cook times. However, continue reading below to learn about more helpful tips about this specific recipe.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups cubed angel food cake
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries rinsed

Cherry Lime Sauce Ingredients:

• 2/3 cup fresh cherries, pitted and diced
• 2 teaspoons granulated white sugar
• 3 tablespoons of water, divided
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice

For Serving (optional):

• Whipped cream
• Red, white, and/or blue sprinkles

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a small bowl combine the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of the water. Then whisk to combine and set aside.
2. In a small saucepan over Medium-Low heat, combine the cherries, 2 tablespoons of the water and the sugar. Stir until combined and sugar dissolves (this will only take a minute or two).
3. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the cherry mixture and then stir to combine. Turn the heat to low and let it cook, stirring frequently for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
4. Remove the cherry sauce from the heat and add the fresh lime juice. Stir to fully combine. Allow to cool to room temperature before serving

Assembly Instructions (Red White & Blue Mini Fruit Trifle)

For each serving – in a small glass or plastic cup/container add in this order:

• ¾ cup cubed Angel Food Cake 
• 3 tablespoons Cherry Lime Sauce
• ¼ cup fresh Blueberries
• Whipped Cream as a topping
• Optional: red, white and/or blue sprinkles

You can also make this as a single dessert by placing the cubed Angel Food cake in the bottom of a bowl. Then drizzle 6 tablespoons of cherry sauce over the cake and then top it with the blueberries.

Add a scoop of whipped cream on top and then finish your dessert off with red, white and/or blue sprinkles.

You will have leftover cherry lime sauce. Store it in the refrigerator and use it to top ice cream or leftover angel food cake.

A Dessert with Endless Possibilities

These red, white, and blue mini fruit trifles are versatile enough to suit any occasion. They are light enough for a summer afternoon but festive enough to serve at a special holiday celebration. The balance of the soft cake, tangy cherry sauce, and fresh blueberries, topped with fluffy whipped cream, is an irresistible combination.

So, the next time you’re looking for a simple, yet stunning dessert that captures the essence of summer look no further than these mini fruit trifles. They’re sure to be a hit with everyone, and the best part is that they are easy to make!

Be sure to check out my easy NO BAKE Red, White & Blue Dessert Recipe too! Another patriotic dessert that you will fall in love with!

Enjoy! Mary

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