Olive Garden Zuppa Inglese
Indulge in the decadent layers of the Olive Garden Zuppa Inglese, a classic Italian trifle that combines indulgence and sophistication in every bite. This no-bake dessert is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring delicate sponge cake or ladyfingers soaked in Alchermes liqueur (or a grenadine and rum substitute) for a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Alternating layers of silky pastry cream, rich chocolate custard, and tart fruit jam come together in a harmonious blend, while whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings add a final luxurious touch. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert can be chilled ahead of time, making it an ideal centerpiece for dinner parties or special family gatherings. Garnish with fresh berries for an extra pop of color and freshness. Perfect for fans of layered desserts, this irresistible Zuppa Inglese is a crowd-pleasing masterpiece that’s as easy to make as it is to devour.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Sponge cake or ladyfingers
- 100 ml Alchermes liqueur (or substitute with a mix of grenadine and rum)
- 500 ml Pastry cream
- 500 ml Chocolate custard
- 150 grams Fruit jam (e.g., raspberry or apricot)
- 300 grams Whipped cream
- 50 grams Dark chocolate shavings
- 100 grams Fresh berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the sponge cake or ladyfingers into pieces or sections that fit snugly into your serving dish(es).
Pour the Alchermes liqueur into a shallow bowl and lightly dip each piece of sponge cake or ladyfinger, ensuring they are soaked but not overly saturated.
Layer the soaked sponge cake pieces on the bottom of your trifle dish or individual serving glasses.
Spread a layer of pastry cream over the sponge cake.
Add a thin layer of fruit jam on top of the pastry cream, spreading it evenly.
Follow with a layer of chocolate custard, spreading it evenly over the jam.
Repeat the layering process (sponge cake, pastry cream, jam, chocolate custard) until your dish is filled or you’ve used up the ingredients, ending with a custard layer on top.
Chill the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with dark chocolate shavings and fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4930 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.8 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.9 g | 600% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1100 mg | 367% | |
| Sodium | 1984 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 662.7 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 470.5 g | ||
| Protein | 77.3 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1395 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2872 mg | 61% | |
*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.
