Christmas Trifle
A festive dessert with layers of cake, creamy custard, and fresh berries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Trifle
- 1 pound pound cake (prepared)
- 2 cups custard Store-bought custard works perfectly.
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup sherry or fruit juice For a non-alcoholic option, use fruit juice.
- to taste Chocolate shavings or nuts for garnish
Instructions
Assembly
- Cut the pound cake into cubes.
- In a large trifle dish, layer half of the pound cake cubes.
- Drizzle half of the sherry or fruit juice over the cake.
- Add half of the custard on top of the cake layer.
- Add a layer of mixed berries, followed by half of the whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
- Top with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or nuts.
- Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled. If you have leftovers, store in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap or a lid. Best enjoyed within 2-3 days.