Easy Homemade Strawberry Trifle Recipe

Here’s a simple, delicious Easy Homemade Strawberry Trifle recipe—perfect for a no-fuss dessert that looks fancy but is super quick to assemble.

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 pound (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1 store-bought pound cake, angel food cake, or sponge cake, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 package (3.4 oz / 95 g) instant vanilla pudding mix

• 2 cups cold milk

• Optional garnish: fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or mint leaves

Instructions

1. Macerate the Strawberries

1. In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar.

2. Stir and let sit 10–15 minutes to release juices.

2. Prepare the Pudding

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk according to package instructions.

2. Let it set for a few minutes until thickened.

3. Whip the Cream

1. In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

4. Assemble the Trifle

1. In a large glass bowl or individual serving glasses, layer:

   • Cake cubes (soak slightly in strawberry juice if desired)

   • Layer of pudding

   • Layer of macerated strawberries

   • Layer of whipped cream

2. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.

5. Chill and Serve

1. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.

2. Garnish with fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or mint before serving.

Tips for Success

• Using a glass bowl or individual glasses makes the layers visually stunning.

• You can substitute any seasonal berries or even peaches for a twist.

• For extra flavor, drizzle a little strawberry syrup or liqueur over the cake layer.

If you want, I can also give a 5-minute “ultra-easy” version with no pudding packet and only three ingredients—still creamy and delicious.