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how to make trifle for holidays

How to make trifle for holidays: 5 Delicious Ideas

A festive dessert layered with cake, custard, and fruit.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound cake, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups custard
  • 2 cups mixed berries
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup sherry or juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Layer half of the pound cake cubes in a trifle dish.
  2. Drizzle with sherry or juice if using.
  3. Add half of the custard over the cake.
  4. Layer half of the mixed berries on top.
  5. Spread half of the whipped cream over the berries.
  6. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  7. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use seasonal fruits for best flavor.
  • Make it a day ahead for improved taste.
  • Customize with your favorite cake or cream flavors.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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