Passover English Trifle

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3
Passover English Trifle recipe perfect for the holiday season
in Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sherry wine ( can use less )
2 cups strawberries , sliced
2 bananas , sliced
2 cups pineapple chunks
2 oranges , peeled and broken into sections
4 kiwi fruits , peeled and sliced
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups matzo cake meal
2 tablespoons orange zest , finely grated
12 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/3 cup sugar
4 1/2 tablespoons potato starch
4 cups strained orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
254
Sugar
40g
Fat
1g
The English Trifle is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. This Passover version of the trifle replaces the traditional cake with matzo cake meal, which is a fitting substitute considering the dietary restrictions of the holiday. The combination of fresh fruits and flavorful sherry wine makes for a refreshing and tangy dessert that is perfect to enjoy during the holiday season. The sweet potato starch and orange juice mixture adds richness to the trifle and helps hold everything together. This recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them feeling satisfied.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the sherry wine, strawberries, bananas, pineapple, oranges, and kiwi fruits. Toss to combine.
3.In another bowl, sift together the cake meal, 1 3/4 cups sugar, and orange zest.
4.In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then add the salt and beat until stiff peaks form.
5.Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg whites, then fold in the orange juice.
6.Spread the mixture in a greased 13x9 inch pan and bake for 50 minutes or until lightly browned. Let cool.
7.Cut the cake into cubes and layer them in a trifle bowl.
8.In a saucepan, combine the remaining 1/3 cup sugar and potato starch with the strained orange juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils. Cook for an additional two minutes and remove from heat.
9.Stir in the grated orange zest, then let the mixture cool.
10.Pour the cooled orange mixture over the cake cubes in the trifle bowl, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

PROS

This English Trifle is visually appealing and a perfect fruity dessert for Passover.

It is light and refreshing while still being sweet and satisfying.

CONS

The recipe requires quite a bit of prep time and ingredients, and some might feel intimidated by the prospect of making a cake from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is relatively high in sugar, but it is still a healthier dessert option compared to many others. The fresh fruits provide a variety of nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. Additionally, using matzo cake meal instead of regular flour makes this recipe Passover-friendly.

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