Delicious Creamy Trifle
Serves: 8–10
Ingredients
Cake Layer
1 store-bought or homemade sponge cake (or pound cake), cubed
Cream Layer
2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract Custard Layer
2 cups (480 ml) prepared vanilla custard (store-bought or homemade)
Fruit Layer
2 cups mixed fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, bananas, etc.) Optional Extras
1/2 cup fruit jam or jelly
Shaved chocolate or chocolate chips
Crushed cookies or nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the cream
Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form - Assemble layers
In a large glass bowl or trifle dish:
Cake layer – add cake cubes
Optional jam – spread lightly for extra flavor
Custard layer – spoon evenly
Fruit layer – add fresh fruit
Whipped cream layer
Repeat layers until the dish is filled - Chill
Refrigerate for 2–4 hours (or overnight) to let flavors blend - Garnish
Top with extra fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings
Tips
Use slightly stale cake—it absorbs flavors better
Don’t overload with liquid or it may get soggy
Chill well for best texture