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Friends Trifle

A delightful dessert with layers of soft cake, custard, and bright fruit, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound sponge cake cut into cubes
  • 2 cups mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
  • 2 cups vanilla custard
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup sherry or fruit juice optional
  • 1/4 cup chocolate shavings for garnish

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Trifle dish or large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the sponge cake into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Place half of the cake cubes at the bottom of the trifle dish.
  3. Drizzle half of the sherry or fruit juice over the cake layer.
  4. Spread half of the mixed berries over the cake.
  5. Pour half of the vanilla custard over the berries.
  6. Top with half of the whipped cream, spreading it evenly.
  7. Repeat the layering process with the remaining cake, juice, berries, custard, and whipped cream.
  8. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Make the trifle a day ahead for even better flavor development.