Red, White and Blue Trifle

Ingredients:

• 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade), cut into cubes
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 2 cups whipped cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined and set aside.
2. In a trifle dish or a large glass bowl, layer one-third of the pound cake cubes at the bottom.
3. Top the pound cake layer with a layer of sliced strawberries.
4. Add another layer of pound cake cubes on top of the strawberries.
5. Sprinkle a layer of blueberries over the pound cake cubes.
6. Spread one-third of the whipped cream mixture over the blueberries.
7. Repeat steps 2 to 6 for another layer.
8. Finish by adding a final layer of pound cake cubes, followed by the remaining whipped cream on top.
9. Garnish the trifle with additional strawberries and blueberries on the surface to create a patriotic pattern.
10. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!