Chocolate and Pear Trifle
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this luscious Chocolate and Pear Trifle, a show-stopping treat that’s rich, fruity, and irresistibly creamy. Perfectly caramelized ripe pears, gently cooked with butter and brown sugar, form a sweet and tender layer that pairs beautifully with velvety dark chocolate. Light cubes of vanilla sponge cake provide the perfect foundation, soaked in the flavors of chocolate and fruit, while fluffy whipped cream brings balance and decadence with every bite. Garnished with dark chocolate shavings and optional chopped nuts for added texture, this layered dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes and ideal for group gatherings, this trifle is a must-try for fans of elegant, no-bake desserts.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 200 grams Dark chocolate
- 500 milliliters Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 300 grams Vanilla sponge cake
- 50 grams Dark chocolate shavings
- 50 grams Chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin wedges.
Step 2
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the pear slices. Sprinkle brown sugar over the pears and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are caramelized and tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 3
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Step 5
Cut the vanilla sponge cake into bite-sized cubes.
Step 6
To assemble the trifle, start by placing an even layer of sponge cake cubes at the bottom of a trifle dish or individual serving glasses.
Step 7
Add a layer of the caramelized pears on top of the sponge cake.
Step 8
Drizzle a thin layer of melted chocolate over the pears.
Step 9
Add a layer of whipped cream to cover the chocolate.
Step 10
Repeat the layering process (sponge cake, pears, chocolate, whipped cream) until the dish or glasses are filled, ending with a layer of whipped cream.
Step 11
Sprinkle the top with dark chocolate shavings and chopped nuts, if desired.
Step 12
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1882g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5006.1 |
| Total Fat 323.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 174.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 729.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1274.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 462.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 311.9g | |
| Protein 45.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 595.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 37.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3191.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories