Layered Delight: A delicious fruit trifle recipe that’s perfect for any occasion
How to: First, make the sponge cake base.
Cube the sponge cake into small cubes.
Start by layering sponge cake cubes in a large serving bowl or trifle dish.
Toss the cake cubes with the orange juice until they’re evenly coated. This will seal in the flavor and moisture of the cake.
Second, layer the fruit and custard.
Next, top the sponge cake with the mixed fruit cocktail.
Top the fruit with a thick layer of vanilla custard.
On top of the custard, place a few fresh strawberries and peaches.
You can increase the number of layers by adding more cake cubes, fruit, and custard. Keep adding layers until all your components are gone.
Third, prepare the jelly layer and add it.
Make the strawberry jelly as directed on the package. Once it has cooled a bit, do not let it set completely.
Once the trifle has cooled, pour the chilled jelly over it, making sure to cover the fruit well.
Place the jelly in the refrigerator and let it sit for half an hour.
Fourth, add the finishing touches
Once the jelly has set, top it with a thin layer of jam or fruit preserve for added sweetness and shine.
For that extra decadent touch, you can top it off with a dollop of whipped cream in the middle or all around.
Step Five: Enjoy!
Wrap the trifle in plastic and refrigerate for at least two hours, preferably overnight. This gives the dessert time to set and the flavors to combine.
Garnish with more fresh fruit or a sprinkle of nuts when serving, if desired.
Ways to Make the Perfect Fruit Trifle
Custom Layering: If you prefer a more exotic fruit combination, try raspberries, blueberries, or kiwi. Another option is to use a flavored custard, such as chocolate or lemon.
To make a trifle with leftover cake, you can use leftover pound cake, sponge cake, or even ladyfingers as the base.
Swap out the custard for low-fat yogurt and light or unsweetened whipped cream for a lighter version to keep it light.
Think outside the box: A trifle can serve a multitude of purposes. Try different varieties of jelly or spice it up by topping it with cookie crumbles or chocolate shavings.
