Olive Garden Zuppa Inglese
Indulge in the decadent layers of the Olive Garden Zuppa Inglese, a classic Italian trifle that combines indulgence and sophistication in every bite. This no-bake dessert is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring delicate sponge cake or ladyfingers soaked in Alchermes liqueur (or a grenadine and rum substitute) for a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Alternating layers of silky pastry cream, rich chocolate custard, and tart fruit jam come together in a harmonious blend, while whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings add a final luxurious touch. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert can be chilled ahead of time, making it an ideal centerpiece for dinner parties or special family gatherings. Garnish with fresh berries for an extra pop of color and freshness. Perfect for fans of layered desserts, this irresistible Zuppa Inglese is a crowd-pleasing masterpiece that’s as easy to make as it is to devour.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Sponge cake or ladyfingers
- 100 ml Alchermes liqueur (or substitute with a mix of grenadine and rum)
- 500 ml Pastry cream
- 500 ml Chocolate custard
- 150 grams Fruit jam (e.g., raspberry or apricot)
- 300 grams Whipped cream
- 50 grams Dark chocolate shavings
- 100 grams Fresh berries (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Cut the sponge cake or ladyfingers into pieces or sections that fit snugly into your serving dish(es).
Step 2
Pour the Alchermes liqueur into a shallow bowl and lightly dip each piece of sponge cake or ladyfinger, ensuring they are soaked but not overly saturated.
Step 3
Layer the soaked sponge cake pieces on the bottom of your trifle dish or individual serving glasses.
Step 4
Spread a layer of pastry cream over the sponge cake.
Step 5
Add a thin layer of fruit jam on top of the pastry cream, spreading it evenly.
Step 6
Follow with a layer of chocolate custard, spreading it evenly over the jam.
Step 7
Repeat the layering process (sponge cake, pastry cream, jam, chocolate custard) until your dish is filled or you’ve used up the ingredients, ending with a custard layer on top.
Step 8
Chill the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with dark chocolate shavings and fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2110.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4930.5 |
| Total Fat 216.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 119.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 1100.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1984.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 662.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 470.5g | |
| Protein 77.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 180IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1395.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2871.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories