Save A festive, easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of sponge cake, creamy custard, fruit, and whipped cream, perfect for individual servings at holiday gatherings.
This simple trifle has become a holiday favorite, bringing smiles and compliments from family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- Sponge Layer: 300 g store-bought pound cake or sponge cake, cubed
- Fruit Layer: 250 g mixed berries (fresh or thawed from frozen), 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Custard Layer: 400 ml ready-made vanilla custard
- Whipped Cream: 250 ml heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted flaked almonds (optional), 2 tablespoons grated dark chocolate (optional), a few whole berries or mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, toss the mixed berries with orange juice and set aside for 5 minutes to macerate.
- Step 2:
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Step 3:
- To assemble, place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of each serving glass.
- Step 4:
- Spoon a layer of berries (with their juices) over the cake.
- Step 5:
- Add a generous layer of vanilla custard on top of the berries.
- Step 6:
- Repeat layers if your cups are tall, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
- Step 7:
- Garnish each cup with flaked almonds, grated chocolate, and a few whole berries or mint leaves.
- Step 8:
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.
Save Preparing this trifle together has created wonderful memories around our family table every holiday season.
Required Tools
6 small serving glasses or cups Mixing bowls Electric mixer or whisk Spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Milk Eggs Wheat Nuts (if using almonds) Check labels for gluten dairy and nut content if using store-bought cake or custard
Nutritional Information
Calories 340 Total Fat 16 g Carbohydrates 45 g Protein 5 g
Save This Christmas trifle is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and an effortless way to impress at any holiday gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use fresh or frozen berries?
Both fresh and thawed frozen berries work well. Thaw frozen berries and drain excess liquid if needed before use.
- → Is it necessary to chill before serving?
Chilling for at least 30 minutes allows the layers to meld, enhancing flavor and texture.
- → Can I substitute the cake used in the layers?
Store-bought pound cake, sponge cake, or even ladyfingers can be used to create the base layer.
- → How do I make the whipped cream fluffy?
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form for light, fluffy texture.
- → Are there options for dietary restrictions?
Dairy-free custard and whipped toppings can replace traditional ingredients for lactose-free variations.