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Easy Lemon Blueberry Trifle

Easy Lemon Blueberry Trifle: Brighten Your Summer Desserts

Easy Lemon Blueberry Trifle is a no-bake dessert combining layers of lemon pound cake, lemon curd, and blueberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Substitute pure vanilla extract if desired.
  • 2 oz Limoncello Omit or replace with lemon syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd Homemade is preferable for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Confectioner’s Sugar Ensure it’s sifted for smooth mixing.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whipped to form stiff peaks.
For the Cake and Layers
  • 2 cups Blueberries Fresh for sweetness and texture; frozen works too when thawed and drained.
  • 1/2 cup Blueberry Preserves Provides extra sweetness and fruit flavor.
  • 1 loaf Lemon Pound Cake Can be homemade or store-bought.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Mint Leaves Adds freshness and a pop of color.
  • 1 lemon Sliced Lemons Use for garnish to brighten the presentation.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Trifle Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Lemon Blueberry Trifle
  1. Step 1: Bake the Cake - Prepare the lemon pound cake according to your favorite recipe or package instructions. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack. Use a serrated knife to cube the cake into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Step 2: Make Lemon Curd - Whisk together lemon juice, zest, eggs, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until it thickens (10-15 minutes). Transfer to a bowl and let it cool.
  3. Step 3: Prepare Lemon Cheesecake Filling - Combine softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and limoncello. Beat until smooth, then fold in cooled lemon curd and sifted confectioner’s sugar. Whip heavy cream and fold it into the mixture.
  4. Step 4: Assemble the Trifle - Layer cubed lemon pound cake, drizzle limoncello, add blueberry preserves, dollop lemon cheesecake filling, and fresh blueberries. Repeat layers.
  5. Step 5: Garnish - Top with fresh blueberries, dollops of lemon curd, mint leaves, and lemon slices.
  6. Step 6: Serve - Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors. Mix seasonal fruits for added variety.

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