Easy 4th of July Trifle Recipe

4th of July Trifle is a chilled, layered dessert that’s filled with patriotic flair. Think of it as a fruit-filled dessert lasagna—cake cubes soaked with creamy filling, layered with berries in red, white, and blue.

It’s perfect for summer and easy enough for beginners. Plus, it doesn’t need an oven, which is a win when it’s 90° outside!

Hey friends! I’m Eva from AllCooksRecipe.com, and today I’m bringing you a no-fuss, no-bake showstopper that’s become a must-make in my kitchen every summer—my 4th of July Trifle. This one’s close to my heart,

not just because it’s so dang pretty with its red, white, and blue layers, but because it reminds me of every backyard BBQ with sparklers, sticky fingers, and plates filled with fruit and cake.

One year, I was scrambling last-minute to whip something up for our July 4th block party.

With just a few store-bought staples and summer berries in the fridge, I threw together a trifle—and wow, it disappeared in minutes.

Ever since, this has been my go-to patriotic trifle dessert. It’s easy, uses no special tools, and tastes like a creamy, fruity slice of summer. Let’s make it together!

How To Make 4th of July Trifle?

⭐ Recipe Overview

This 4th of July trifle is a no-bake layered dessert made with pound cake cubes, juicy strawberries, fresh blueberries, whipped cream, lemon yogurt, and white chocolate pudding.

It’s perfect for summer parties, BBQs, or any time you want a light and festive treat.

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Chill Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Dessert
• Difficulty: Easy
• Yield: Serves 12
• Calories per serving: ~380 kcal

🛠 Equipment You’ll Need

• Large trifle bowl or clear glass bowl
• Mixing bowls
• Electric hand mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Cutting board and knife

No fancy gadgets needed—just what you already have in your kitchen.

🧾 Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 quart heavy cream
• 1 (6 oz) container lemon yogurt
• 1 (3.3 oz) box instant white chocolate pudding mix
• 2 tablespoons coconut-flavored rum (optional, divided)
• 2 (16 oz) prepared pound cakes, cut into cubes
• 2 pints fresh blueberries (more if needed for topping)

🧠 Ingredient Notes

1. Strawberries: Slice them up and let them sit in sugar for about 10 minutes. It brings out their natural juices and sweetens them perfectly.

2. Pound cake: Store-bought works just fine here. Vanilla or butter-flavoured pound cakes are ideal.

3. Lemon yogurt: Adds a fresh zingy flavor that balances the sweetness. Greek-style yogurt works great.

4. Coconut rum: Totally optional! I love the summery twist it gives, but leave it out if serving to kids.

5. White chocolate pudding: Don’t skip this—it provides a smooth, creamy layer that makes the trifle feel like dessert lasagna!

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Fruit

Slice strawberries and place them in a bowl with the sugar. Let them sit for about 10 minutes so they release their juices.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Filling

In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with a hand mixer until soft peaks form.
Add the lemon yogurt, white chocolate pudding mix, and half of the coconut rum (if using). Whip until everything’s light and fluffy.

Tips: If your pudding mix is dry and clumpy, mix it with a splash of milk before folding it in.

Step 3: Layer the Trifle

Grab your trifle bowl and start layering:

1. Pound cake cubes
2. Whipped pudding cream
3. Strawberries
4. Blueberries

Repeat the layers until you run out of ingredients. Make sure the top layer has a pretty mix of strawberries and blueberries!

Step 4: Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. The flavors soak in, and everything sets up beautifully.

🧮 Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 380
• Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Sugar: 26g
• Protein: 5g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Fiber: 2g

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve this trifle cold with a big spoon and a smile. It’s perfect alongside grilled burgers, BBQ ribs, or corn on the cob. You can even make them in individual mason jars for a cute party option.

❓ FAQ

🎉 Final Thoughts

That’s it, friends! This 4th of July trifle recipe is my not-so-secret weapon for any summer get-together. It’s colorful, full of flavor, and a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike.

If you try it, tag me or comment below—I’d love to hear how it turned out in your kitchen.