Easy Single-Serve Summer Berry Trifle Desserts

Craving a simple summer dessert? This refreshing berry trifle recipe is easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes!

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This post was originally published on July 9, 2020. Last updated on June 4, 2024.

Easy Single-Serve Summer Berry Trifle Desserts

Midwest summers can usually be summed up in three words.

Hot, humid, and did I mention hot?!?

While the summertime brings sunshine and a break from our normally hectic school year schedule, it also means cranking up the AC and avoiding the oven at all costs.

Thankfully, satisfying sweet tooth cravings doesn’t have to mean turning on the heat.

This easy berry trifle dessert is the perfect summer treat, and the best part is there’s no baking required!

Ready in under 30 minutes, this trifle is sure to be a summertime hit at any gathering!

Table of Contents

• Ingredients for Summer Berry Trifle
• Equipment Needed
• How to Make Single-Serve Summer Berry Trifle Desserts
• Can I Make One Large Trifle?
• What Other Fruit Can I Use to Make a Trifle?
• Can I Make this Berry Trifle Ahead of Time?
• When to Serve Berry Trifle Dessert
• How To Store Leftover Trifle
• More Summer Dessert Recipes from Midwest Life and Style
• No-Bake Berry Trifle in Jars: Your New Summer Dessert Must-Try!
• Printable Recipe Card for Summer Berry Trifle
• Pin and Save it for Later!

Ingredients for Summer Berry Trifle

With just 6 ingredients, here is everything you need to whip up these easy and refreshing berry trifle desserts in a mason jar!

• 1 pre-baked angel food cake, cut into cubes
• 16 ounces (about 2 cups) fresh strawberries, sliced and quartered
• 6 ounces fresh blueberries
• 1 (3.3 oz.) box instant vanilla pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 (8 oz.) container whipped cream

Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Rubber spatula
• Whisk
• Measuring spoons
• Cutting board
• Paring knife
• 8 oz. mason jars

How to Make Single-Serve Summer Berry Trifle Desserts

Step 1: Cube the Angel Food Cake

To begin making your single-serve summer berry trifle desserts, cut your store-bought angel food cake into 1-1/2 cubes and set it aside.

*Note, traditional angel food cake is not gluten-free because it’s made with regular flour. If you’d like to use a gluten-free cake for this dessert, try [THIS] recipe from What Molly Made.

Step 2: Prepare the Instant Vanilla Pudding

Next, in a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of cold milk and one box of vanilla-flavored instant pudding mix.

Whisk the pudding for two minutes and then place it in the fridge to thicken and chill for five minutes.

While the vanilla pudding chills, wash and slice your berries, and then set them aside for layering in the trifle.

Step 3: Layer the Berry Trifle Desserts

Now comes the fun part – it’s time to assemble your berry trifle!

To begin, divide the vanilla pudding in half and carefully spoon an equal amount in the bottom of four 8-ounce mason jars.

I like to use these pretty jelly jars.

They’re the perfect size for individual desserts like this berry trifle (and they can be used for canning too).

Place a layer of cubed angel food cake on top of the vanilla pudding, and top with a sprinkling of fresh strawberries and blueberries.

For a second layer of yummy goodness simply repeat the steps you used for the first layer – pudding, cake, and berries!

To finish your trifles, top the last layer of berries with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with some more strawberries.

Can I Make One Large Trifle?

Yes, you can easily adjust this berry trifle recipe!

While this recipe is for 4 individual berry trifles, you can layer everything into a large glass serving bowl to make one big trifle.

What Other Fruit Can I Use to Make a Trifle?

While I used a combination of strawberries and blueberries in this trifle, feel free to get creative!

Swap them out for other fresh summer berries like raspberries or blackberries, or even combine them all.

Can I Make this Berry Trifle Ahead of Time?

The angel food cake will get soggy quickly due to the pudding, so it’s best to assemble the trifle as close to serving time as possible.

However, you can save yourself some last-minute prep by making the pudding, whipping the cream, and prepping the berries in advance.

Just store them separately in the fridge until you’re ready to layer the trifle and serve!

When to Serve Berry Trifle Dessert

Of course, this berry trifle is perfect for those “just because” moments when you’re craving something sweet, but this recipe would also make a great addition to any summertime party menu.

How To Store Leftover Trifle

Because this dessert includes dairy products, any leftover berry trifle will need to be refrigerated.

To store leftovers, cover each mason jar with plastic wrap to help keep the trifle and berries as fresh as possible.

The trifle is best when eaten within 2-3 days.

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No-Bake Berry Trifle in Jars: Your New Summer Dessert Must-Try!

That’s it!

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