Christmas Berry Trifle
Celebrate the holiday season with this stunning Christmas Berry Trifle—a showstopping dessert that's as festive as it is delicious! Layers of fluffy sponge cake soaked in a fragrant orange-vanilla syrup are complemented by velvety vanilla custard, juicy macerated mixed berries, and cloud-like whipped cream. This no-bake dessert is not only quick to prepare (just 20 minutes of prep!) but also perfect for feeding a crowd with its eight generous servings. Garnished with fresh berries and optional mint leaves, this trifle is a visual and flavorful centerpiece for your Christmas table. Ideal for entertaining, it can be made ahead of time to let the flavors meld beautifully. Whether served in a large trifle dish or individual dessert glasses, this Christmas Berry Trifle is a celebration of vibrant colors, refreshing flavors, and holiday cheer!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Sponge cake
- 450 grams Mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 500 ml Vanilla custard
- 300 ml Whipping cream
- 20 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 ml Orange juice
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and prepare your mixed berries. Hull and slice the strawberries if they're large, leaving the smaller berries whole. Combine the berries in a bowl and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Toss gently to coat and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
Step 2
2. Cut the sponge cake into cubes (approximately 2-3 cm in size). Set aside.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, mix the orange juice and vanilla extract. Use this as the soaking liquid for the sponge cake.
Step 4
4. In another bowl, whip the whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside.
Step 5
5. Assemble the trifle in a large glass trifle dish or individual dessert glasses. Start with a layer of sponge cake cubes, lightly drizzling each layer with the orange juice mixture to moisten the cake.
Step 6
6. Add a layer of vanilla custard over the cake, spreading it evenly.
Step 7
7. Add a layer of macerated berries on top of the custard, ensuring an even distribution of color and texture.
Step 8
8. Repeat the layers (sponge, custard, berries) until you've reached the top of your dish, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
Step 9
9. Garnish the top of the trifle with additional fresh berries and mint leaves, if desired.
Step 10
10. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1731.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3038.8 |
| Total Fat 131.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 73.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 1049.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2179.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 404.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 304.6g | |
| Protein 39.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 874.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1786.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories