Description
This vibrant Christmas Trifle is a show-stopping dessert that combines layers of light sponge cake, creamy custard, and fresh fruits, all topped with fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for holiday gatherings, each spoonful bursts with flavor and texture, bringing joy to your festive table. Easy to prepare and customizable, this delightful treat is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 light sponge cake (about 8 inches)
- 2 cups ready-made custard
- 1 cup mixed fresh seasonal fruits (strawberries, raspberries, bananas)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
- 1/2 cup sherry or fruit juice
- 1 cup jelly (your favorite flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the sponge cake by baking or purchasing; let cool completely.
- Cut the cooled sponge cake into cubes and arrange half in a large glass bowl.
- Drizzle sherry or fruit juice over the sponge cubes until soaked.
- Layer fresh fruits over the soaked sponge.
- Pour half of the custard over the fruit layer gently.
- Prepare jelly as directed on the package, let set, then cut into pieces and layer on top of custard.
- Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and additional fruit or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 trifle (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg