Crema De Fruita — Filipino Trifle

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 15
Sweet and creamy Crema De Fruita recipe
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hour, 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup flour
3 cups milk
4 egg yolks
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
30 ounces fruit cocktail in heavy syrup
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
355
Sugar
45g
Fat
9g
Crema De Fruita is a Filipino version of trifle that is made with layers of sponge cake, sweet custard, caramelized sugar, fruit cocktail, and a top layer of clear gelatin. This dessert is an absolute delight that is perfect for all occasions. It is often served during the holiday season or special celebrations. The variation in colors and flavors of the different layers makes it an appealing dessert that is loved by all.

Instructions

1.For the cake layer:
2.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch cake pan.
3.In a bowl, sift flour and baking powder. Mix well and set aside.
4.In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
5.Add the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center. Let it cool down.
7.For the custard layer:
8.In a saucepan, mix sugar and water over low heat. Slowly bring it to a boil until it turns golden brown.
9.Pour the caramel into a glass dish and let it cool down. Once cooled, break it into small pieces.
10.In another saucepan, mix sugar, flour, and milk. Stir until smooth. Turn heat to medium and stir continuously until it thickens.
11.Beat egg yolks in a bowl. Add 1/4 of the hot mixture gradually to the eggs while stirring continuously. Mix the egg mixture into the hot mixture; add butter and vanilla extract. Mix well.
12.Add fruit cocktail with syrup to the mixture. Mix well and let it cool down.
13.For the gelatin layer:
14.Boil 1/2 cup of fruit cocktail syrup and dissolve unflavored gelatin into it.
15.Add 1/2 cup of water and mix well.
16.Assembly of Crema De Fruita:
17.Cut the cake into small, bite-sized pieces.
18.Layer the cake pieces at the bottom of a serving dish.
19.Add the caramelized sugar pieces over the cake layer.
20.Pour the custard mixture on top of the sugar layer.
21.Place the dish in the fridge for a few minutes or until the custard sets.
22.Pour the gelatin mixture over the custard layer.
23.Let it cool in the fridge for an hour or until set.

PROS

Crema De Fruita is a delightful dessert that is perfect to serve at parties or family gatherings.
Its sweet and creamy taste is loved by both children and adults.

CONS

Crema De Fruita is high in sugar and calories, and should be consumed in moderation.

It takes some time to assemble the dessert.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly healthy, Crema De Fruita can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation. It is rich in carbohydrates and provides energy to the body.
Fruit cocktail, a key ingredient in the recipe, is a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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