The Best Vibrant Fresh Fruit Trifle You’ll Ever Make

If you’re searching for a showstopping dessert that’s as beautiful as it is Weight Watchers-friendly, look no further than this Vibrant Fresh Fruit Trifle! Layers of juicy seasonal fruit, light angel food cake, and a creamy, zero-point yogurt filling come together in a dessert that’s refreshing, guilt-free, and perfect for summer gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Zero SmartPoints: Made with wholesome, WW-friendly ingredients.
  • Stunning Presentation: A colorful centerpiece for parties, potlucks, or brunch.
  • Ready in 15 Minutes: No baking required—just layer and chill!
  • Customizable: Use any seasonal fruit or swap in your favorites.
  • Kid-Approved: Sweet, fruity, and fun to assemble!

Ingredients

For the Trifle Layers:

  • 4 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • 2 cups diced tropical fruit (mango, pineapple, or kiwi)
  • 3 cups light angel food cake (store-bought or homemade, cubed)
  • 1.5 cups fat-free vanilla Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt mixed with 1 tsp vanilla extract + 1 tbsp powdered sugar substitute)
  • 1/4 cup sugar-free lemon curd (optional, for tangy layers)
  • Fresh mint leaves or lemon zest (for garnish)

Instructions

Prep the Fruit

  1. Wash and dry all fruit. Slice strawberries, dice mango/pineapple, and leave smaller berries whole.

Layer the Trifle

  1. Base Layer: In a large trifle dish or individual mason jars, spread 1 cup of angel food cake cubes.
  2. Yogurt Layer: Dollop 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt over the cake. For extra zing, swirl in 1 tbsp sugar-free lemon curd.
  3. Fruit Layer: Add 1.5 cups of mixed berries and tropical fruit.
  4. Repeat layers: cake → yogurt → fruit.
  5. Final Touch: Top with remaining yogurt, a handful of berries, and fresh mint or lemon zest.

Chill & Serve

  1. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Serve chilled!

Nutritional Information

(Per serving, with store-bought light angel food cake)

  • Calories: ~120
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Sugar: 15g (naturally occurring from fruit)
  • Fat: 0g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • WW SmartPoints0 (with fat-free yogurt) or 2 (if using store-bought cake with added sugar).

Tips for Success

  1. Go Seasonal: Swap berries for peaches, plums, or pomegranate seeds in fall/winter.
  2. Cake Swap: Use Weight Watchers-friendly sponge cake or omit cake for a parfait-style dessert (0 points!).
  3. Make Ahead: Assemble the trifle up to 24 hours in advance—it gets better as it chills!
  4. Boost Protein: Stir 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder into the yogurt.

Why This Recipe Works for Weight Watchers

  • Zero-Point Base: Fat-free yogurt and fresh fruit keep points at bay.
  • Natural Sweetness: Rely on ripe fruit instead of added sugars.
  • Portion Control: Individual servings prevent overindulgence.

Serving Ideas

  • Brunch Star: Pair with a veggie omelet or avocado toast.
  • Poolside Perfection: Serve in mini cups for a portable summer treat.
  • Elegant Dessert: Layer in wine glasses and top with edible flowers.

This Vibrant Fresh Fruit Trifle is proof that dessert can be both decadent and nutritious. With its rainbow of flavors and textures, it’s a celebration of summer’s bounty that aligns perfectly with your wellness goals. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, treating yourself, or impressing guests, this trifle is a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The Best Vibrant Fresh Fruit Trifle You’ll Ever Make

Recipe by 2mrecipes
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

120

kcal

Ingredients

  • For the Trifle Layers:

  • 4 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)

  • 2 cups diced tropical fruit (mango, pineapple, or kiwi)

  • 3 cups light angel food cake (store-bought or homemade, cubed)

  • 1.5 cups fat-free vanilla Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt mixed with 1 tsp vanilla extract + 1 tbsp powdered sugar substitute)

  • 1/4 cup sugar-free lemon curd (optional, for tangy layers)

  • Fresh mint leaves or lemon zest (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prep the Fruit
    Wash and dry all fruit. Slice strawberries, dice mango/pineapple, and leave smaller berries whole.
  • Layer the Trifle
    Base Layer: In a large trifle dish or individual mason jars, spread 1 cup of angel food cake cubes.
    Yogurt Layer: Dollop 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt over the cake. For extra zing, swirl in 1 tbsp sugar-free lemon curd.
    Fruit Layer: Add 1.5 cups of mixed berries and tropical fruit.
    Repeat layers: cake → yogurt → fruit.
    Final Touch: Top with remaining yogurt, a handful of berries, and fresh mint or lemon zest.
  • Chill & Serve
    Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Serve chilled!

Notes

  • Go Seasonal: Swap berries for peaches, plums, or pomegranate seeds in fall/winter.
    Cake Swap: Use Weight Watchers-friendly sponge cake or omit cake for a parfait-style dessert (0 points!).
    Make Ahead: Assemble the trifle up to 24 hours in advance—it gets better as it chills!
    Boost Protein: Stir 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder into the yogurt.

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