Description
Festive Berry Delight Trifles bring classic British charm to dessert tables with layers of silky custard, fresh berries, and delicate sponge cake. Rich flavors and elegant presentation make these individual treats perfect for special celebrations where guests will savor each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla or pound cake (pre-baked or store-bought)
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) vanilla custard or pudding
- 1 ½ cups (225 grams) mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
Cream and Toppings:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipped cream, plus extra for topping
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) cranberry sauce (optional for festive flavor)
- ¼ cup (30 grams) pistachios, chopped, for garnish
Decorative Elements:
- Red and green sprinkles (for decoration)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Transform vanilla or pound cake into precise 1-inch (2.54 centimeters) uniform cubes, ensuring consistent texture and visual appeal across the dessert.
- Select elegant mini trifle glasses or delicate serving cups as your presentation vessel for this layered dessert experience.
- Establish the foundation by gently placing cake cubes along the bottom of each glass, creating a stable and delectable base.
- Carefully spread a generous tablespoon of silky vanilla custard or smooth pudding directly over the cake layer, ensuring even distribution.
- Artfully scatter a vibrant medley of mixed berries across the custard, allowing their natural colors and flavors to shine through.
- Optional: Introduce a delightful hint of tartness by drizzling a small spoonful of cranberry sauce over the berry layer.
- Create a luxurious cloud-like layer of whipped cream, covering the previous ingredients and adding a light, airy texture.
- Repeat the layering sequence methodically – alternating cake cubes, custard, berries, and whipped cream – until the glasses reach their maximum capacity.
- Crown each trifle with an elegant final dollop of whipped cream, creating a picturesque summit.
- Elevate the visual and flavor profile by sprinkling chopped pistachios, festive red and green decorative sprinkles, and delicate fresh mint leaves as a sophisticated garnish.
Notes
- Prep these delightful mini trifles ahead of time for stress-free holiday entertaining.
- Customize the berries based on seasonal availability or personal preference for a unique twist.
- Use store-bought pound cake or vanilla cake to save time without compromising flavor.
- Chill the trifles for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together perfectly.
- Optional cranberry sauce adds a tangy surprise that complements the sweet whipped cream and berries.
- Pistachios and sprinkles create a festive crunch that elevates the visual and textural appeal of these desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg