Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

2. 2

   Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and beat until well combined.

3. 3

   Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.

4. 4

   If using, sprinkle the orange liqueur over the cubed angel food cake and toss lightly to coat.

5. 5

   In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer half of the cubed angel food cake at the bottom.

6. 6

   Top the cake layer with half of the sliced strawberries.

7. 7

   Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberries.

8. 8

   Repeat the layers with the remaining cake, strawberries, and cream cheese mixture.

9. 9

   Garnish the top with a few strawberry slices or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

10. 10

    Refrigerate the trifle for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.