A festive trifle featuring layers of sponge cake, raspberries, custard, and whipped cream, perfect for your holiday celebrations.
Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
160 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
Medium
Instructions
Prepare the custard
In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam. In a bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return to saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Cool completely.
Pro tip: To prevent a skin from forming, cover the custard surface with plastic wrap.
Whip the cream
In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Pro tip: Ensure the cream is very cold for optimal whipping.
Layer the trifle
In a large glass bowl, layer half of the sponge cake cubes, followed by half of the custard, a third of the raspberries, and half of the whipped cream. Repeat the layers with the remaining sponge cake, custard, raspberries, and whipped cream.
Pro tip: Use a clear bowl to display the layers beautifully.
Top with raspberries
Finish the trifle with the remaining raspberries on top of the whipped cream.
Pro tip: Arrange the raspberries in a decorative pattern for a festive look.
Chill the trifle
Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best flavour.
Pro tip: Chilling overnight allows the flavours to meld beautifully.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a clear glass bowl to showcase the beautiful layers.
- Ensure the custard is completely cool before layering to prevent it from melting the whipped cream.
- For a richer flavour, let the trifle sit in the fridge overnight.
- Fresh raspberries add a vibrant touch, but frozen can be used if fresh are unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen raspberries?
Yes, you can use frozen raspberries, but thaw them first and drain any excess liquid.
How long can the trifle be stored?
The trifle can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Can I make the trifle in advance?
Yes, it's best to make the trifle a day in advance to allow the flavours to meld together.
What other fruits can be used?
You can substitute raspberries with strawberries, blueberries, or a mix of berries.
What can I use instead of sponge cake?
You can use pound cake or ladyfingers as alternatives to sponge cake.
Is there a non-dairy version?
You can use coconut milk for the custard and whipped coconut cream as a non-dairy alternative.
Serving Suggestions
Nutrition per serving
350
Calories
6g
Protein
18g
Fat
45g
Carbs
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