Trifle Recipe

Michelle Kim

Follow this recipe to prepare a delicious Trifle, a traditional British dessert made with layers of sponge cake, fruit, jelly, custard, and whipped cream.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Total Time 40

Course Dessert

Cuisine british

Servings

Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

1 Large Trifle Bowl For assembling the trifle
1 Mixing Bowl For preparing the custard
1 Whisk For whipping the cream

Ingredients

1 pound Sponge cake Cut into cubes
2 cups Fresh berries Mixed (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1 packet Jelly Prepared as per package instructions
2 cups Custard Homemade or store-bought
1 cup Whipped cream Lightly sweetened
1 tsp Vanilla extract For flavor
1/4 cup Sliced almonds For garnish
to taste Mint leaves For garnish

Instructions

Prepare the jelly as per package instructions and allow it to set.
In a trifle bowl, layer the sponge cake cubes evenly.
Scatter the mixed berries over the sponge cake.
Pour the prepared jelly over the berries and cake cubes, letting it seep through.
Allow the jelly layer to set slightly before adding the custard layer.
Pour the custard over the jelly and spread evenly.
Whisk the cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form and layer over the custard.
Garnish with sliced almonds and fresh mint leaves.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For a variation, you can add a layer of fruit compote or use flavored custard to enhance the taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 25000IUVitamin C: 8.3mgCalcium: 1000mgIron: 0.2mg

Keyword Easy Trifle, Fruit Trifle, Layered Dessert, Party Dessert, Traditional