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Easy English Trifle

A layered classic British dessert featuring sponge cake, custard, berries, and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package sponge cake or ladyfingers, cut or broken into pieces
  • 2 cups custard (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup fruit juice or sherry (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings or extra fruit for topping

Instructions

  1. Place a layer of sponge cake or ladyfingers at the bottom of a large glass trifle bowl.
  2. Drizzle with fruit juice or sherry if using.
  3. Add a layer of custard over the cake.
  4. Top with a layer of mixed berries.
  5. Repeat the layers until the bowl is full, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  6. Garnish with chocolate shavings or extra fruit.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Use day-old sponge cake or lightly toasted ladyfingers to avoid sogginess. For a gluten-free version, swap in gluten-free sponge.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: trifle, dessert, English dessert, festive dessert, berry dessert, custard dessert