Easy Trifle
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this Easy Trifle, a no-fuss dessert that’s as gorgeous as it is delicious! Perfect for parties or last-minute gatherings, this layered treat combines soft cubes of sponge cake, silky vanilla custard, and a medley of fresh mixed berries for a burst of flavor in every bite. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional garnishes like chocolate shavings or flaked almonds, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Customize it with a drizzle of fruity juice or sherry for added depth, and let it chill to perfection in the fridge before serving. Whether it’s a holiday centerpiece or a quick family dessert, this easy trifle is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 500 ml Vanilla custard (prepared)
- 300 grams Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 500 ml Whipped cream
- 100 ml Fruit juice or sherry (optional)
- 50 grams Chocolate shavings or flaked almonds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare all your ingredients. Cut the sponge cake into 2-3 cm cubes and wash the mixed berries. If you are using fruit juice or sherry, pour it into a small bowl.
2. In a trifle dish or a glass bowl, start assembling the layers. Place a single layer of sponge cake cubes at the bottom of the dish.
3. Drizzle a small amount of fruit juice or sherry over the sponge cake layer (optional) to add extra moisture and flavor.
4. Add a layer of mixed berries evenly over the sponge cake.
5. Pour a layer of vanilla custard over the fruit, spreading it evenly with a spoon to cover all the gaps.
6. Add a generous layer of whipped cream over the custard, smoothing it out with a spatula or spoon.
7. Repeat steps 2-6 to add more layers until all the ingredients are used up. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream on the top.
8. Decorate the top layer with extra mixed berries and garnish with chocolate shavings or flaked almonds for a festive touch (optional).
9. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
10. Serve chilled and enjoy this easy, stunning dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.3 g | 236% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 570 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 1314 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 392.6 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.0 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 837 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1746 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
