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Southern Blackberry Trifle



๐Ÿซ Southern Blackberry Cheesecake Trifle

Sweet-tart blackberries, buttery almond flour shortcake, and a rich cheesecake filling come together in this beautiful Southern dessert that's perfect for family gatherings, church suppers, and holiday tables.

⏱ Prep: 35 mins ๐Ÿ”ฅ Bake: 22 mins ❄ Chill: 2 hours ๐Ÿฝ Serves: 12

๐Ÿก Pull Up a Chair

Growing up in the South, blackberry season always felt a little magical. Whether they came from the fence row, the back pasture, or the farmers market, fresh blackberries never stayed around long. This Blackberry Cheesecake Trifle brings those memories back with layers of homemade almond flour shortcake, silky cheesecake filling, and juicy blackberries in every bite.

❤️ From Michelle

Blackberries have always reminded me that the best desserts don't have to be complicated. Fresh fruit, rich cream cheese, and a tender homemade cake are all you need to create something everyone at the table will remember.

๐Ÿงบ What You'll Need

Almond Flour Shortcake

  • 2½ cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated monk fruit sweetener
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

Blackberry Filling

  • 4 cups fresh blackberries
  • ⅓ cup monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons cold water

๐Ÿ‘ฉ‍๐Ÿณ Let's Get Cooking

Step 1 – Bake the Shortcake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and monk fruit sweetener.
  3. Mix eggs, butter, sour cream, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients just until incorporated.
  5. Spread into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20–22 minutes or until lightly golden.
  7. Cool completely and cut into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2 – Prepare the Blackberries

  1. Place blackberries, monk fruit sweetener, lemon juice, and water into a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until the berries begin to soften.
  3. Mix the cornstarch with the cold water to make a slurry.
  4. Stir into the berries and cook another minute until lightly thickened.
  5. Cool completely before assembling.

Step 3 – Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered monk fruit and vanilla.
  3. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.

Step 4 – Assemble the Trifle

  1. Layer shortcake cubes into the bottom of a trifle bowl.
  2. Add a generous layer of cheesecake filling.
  3. Spoon blackberry filling over the top.
  4. Repeat the layers until the bowl is full.
  5. Finish with cheesecake filling and fresh blackberries for garnish.

Step 5 – Chill

  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

๐Ÿ” Pearl's Kitchen Tip

Saving a handful of fresh blackberries for the very top makes this dessert look bakery-worthy. A little garnish goes a long way when you're serving family and friends. — Pearl

๐Ÿฝ Serve It With

  • Fresh brewed coffee from Coffee Corner
  • Unsweetened iced tea
  • A few fresh blackberries on the side

๐ŸงŠ Storage & Leftovers

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. The flavors become even richer after chilling overnight.

๐Ÿฅฃ Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 360
  • Protein: 8g
  • Net Carbs: 9g
  • Fat: 33g

๐ŸŒป From Our Front Porch to Yours

Whether you're celebrating blackberry season or simply gathering around the table with family, we hope this Southern Blackberry Cheesecake Trifle brings smiles, sweet memories, and a little Southern comfort to every spoonful.

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