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Classic Fruit and Custard Trifle

A refreshing, chilled layered dessert combining light sponge cake, rich custard, and fresh fruits, finished with a smooth touch of whipped cream.

30 min 4 servings 365 cal/serving Easy 8 views
Classic Fruit and Custard Trifle

Instructions

  1. Mixing the Custard
    In a saucepan off the heat, mix the milk, custard powder, and sugar thoroughly until completely dissolved. · 1 min
  2. Cooking the Custard
    Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil and becomes thick and smooth, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly, stirring occasionally. · 7 min
  3. First Cake Layer
    In glass serving cups or a deep trifle dish, arrange half of the cake cubes in the bottom, then drizzle with half of the orange juice to moisten them.
  4. Adding Fruits and Custard
    Evenly distribute the sliced strawberries and bananas over the cake layer, then pour half of the warm custard over the fruit.
  5. Second Layer
    Repeat with another layer using the remaining cake, soak with the rest of the orange juice, then pour the remaining custard on top.
  6. Whipping the Cream
    In a chilled bowl, beat the whipping cream with the powdered sugar using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. · 4 min
  7. Garnishing and Chilling
    Spread the whipped cream over the top of the trifle, garnish with strawberry slices and toasted almond flakes, then refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. · 2 h

Nutrition / serving

365
cal
5.8
protein g
52
carbs g
15.5
fat g

Chef's tips

Be sure to let the custard cool slightly before pouring it over the fruits to prevent them from wilting and losing their freshness, and use clear glass dishes to showcase the beauty and harmony of the layers.