Festive English Trifle

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Festive English Trifle recipe for your holiday gatherings
in Dessert

Prep

60 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup dried tart cherry
3 3 Anjou pears or 3 bartlett pears
1 lemon , juice of
2 cups raspberry jam
1/4 cup warm water
1 cup slivered almonds , toasted ( see note below )
1 1 butter pound cake , store-bought or 1 butter pound cake , 9 x 5-inch homemade
1 1 cup madeira wine or 1 cup sweet marsala wine
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 cups milk
4 egg yolks , beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
595
Sugar
43g
Fat
30g
The Festive English Trifle is a classic English dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This dessert consists of layers of buttery pound cake, tart cherries, fresh pears, raspberry jam, toasted almonds, homemade custard, and whipped cream. Each layer contributes to the trifle's unique taste and texture, creating an irresistible dessert that is perfect for special occasions and holidays. The nutmeg, vanilla, and Madeira or Marsala wine used in the recipe add depth of flavor and aroma to the dish, making it a delicious and fragrant dessert. Serve chilled and enjoy with friends and family after a hearty meal.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, heat raspberry jam over low heat until melted. Stir in warm water to thin out the jam.
2.Slice the butter pound cake into 3/4-inch thick slices. Layer the cake slices in the bottom of a 12-cup trifle bowl, trimming to fit as needed. Brush the cake with Madeira or sweet Marsala wine until it is well-soaked.
3.Scatter the dried tart cherries and diced pears on top of the cake layer. Pour the melted raspberry jam over the fruit and cake layer. Top with half of the toasted slivered almonds.
4.Repeat the cake layer, soaking with wine, the fruit layer, raspberry jam and almond layer, and end with the final layer of toasted almonds.
5.In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, nutmeg, and salt. In another saucepan, heat the milk until hot. Gradually whisk the hot milk into the flour mixture. Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat until it thickens to a custard consistency, about 10 minutes.
6.Remove the custard from the heat and stir in beaten egg yolks and vanilla extract. Transfer the custard into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator until cool.
7.In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chilled custard until well combined.
8.Spoon the custard mixture over the top of the trifle, spreading it evenly to the edges.
9.Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and chill for several hours, or overnight, before serving.

PROS

This traditional English trifle is a show-stopping dessert perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions.

The layers of moist sponge cake, fruit, and custard make for a satisfying and delicious dessert that will delight everyone.

CONS

Making the trifle requires some preparation and assembly, making it a time-consuming recipe.
Also, the trifle is high in sugar and calories, making it more suitable as an occasional treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the trifle is not particularly healthy due to its high sugar and caloric content, the dish provides a healthy dose of antioxidants and essential nutrients from the fruit and almonds. Also, the nuts used in the trifle are high in healthy fats and protein that provide energy and promote satiety.

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