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Fresh Red White and Blueberry Trifle Parfaits Easy Summer Dessert Recipe

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A quick and easy layered dessert featuring fresh strawberries, blueberries, creamy vanilla pudding, and a crunchy cookie layer, perfect for summer gatherings and patriotic celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1–2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for macerating strawberries)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 package (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for whipping cream)
  • 1 cup shortbread cookies or graham crackers, crushed
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Slice strawberries and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1-2 tablespoons sugar and toss gently. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
  3. Crush shortbread cookies or graham crackers into small pieces, not powder.
  4. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with 1 tablespoon sugar until soft peaks form.
  5. Layer the parfaits in clear glasses: start with 1/4 cup pudding, then a layer of macerated strawberries with juice, a sprinkle of crushed cookies, a layer of blueberries (about 1/4 cup), another spoonful of pudding, and top with whipped cream.
  6. Garnish with fresh blueberries, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf.
  7. Chill parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best texture, assemble parfaits close to serving time to prevent cookie layer from becoming soggy. Chilling enhances flavor melding and keeps dessert cool. You can substitute Greek yogurt or coconut-based pudding for dairy-free or tangier variations. Use frozen berries if fresh are unavailable, but thaw and drain well.

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Keywords: summer dessert, parfait, berry dessert, patriotic dessert, easy dessert, no-bake dessert, trifle parfait, vanilla pudding, fresh berries

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