For a richer flavor, consider using a good quality sherry or Madeira wine. If you don't have sponge cake, pound cake or ladyfingers can be substituted. To prevent the cake from becoming too soggy, you can lightly toast the sponge cake cubes before adding them to the gelatin mixture. Feel free to experiment with different flavors of gelatin and fruit to customize the trifle to your liking. Make sure to let the trifle chill completely for the best flavor and texture.
Easy English Trifle
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING11 People
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VIEWS15
A delightful and easy-to-make dessert, perfect for holidays and special occasions. This trifle features layers of fruit, sponge cake, and creamy vanilla custard, topped with light and airy whipped cream.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate61 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium505 mg
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Sugar25 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large glass trifle bowl, combine the strawberry gelatin with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
In a separate bowl, mix together the sweet sherry wine, the reserved syrup from the fruit cocktail, and enough cold water to equal 1 3/4 cups. Add this mixture to the dissolved gelatin and stir well. (2 minutes)
03
Step
5 hrs
Gently fold in the cubed sponge cake and drained fruit cocktail into the gelatin mixture. Ensure the cake is evenly saturated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 to 5 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the gelatin to set. (5 hours)
04
Step
1 hrs
Prepare the instant vanilla pudding mix according to the package directions, using the amount of milk specified to yield 2 cups of custard. Once the gelatin layer has set, pour the vanilla custard evenly over the top. Return the trifle to the refrigerator and chill for another hour to allow the custard to set slightly. (1 hour)
05
Step
5 mins
Just before serving, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the custard layer. Garnish with fresh strawberries or maraschino cherries, if desired. (5 minutes)
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Bill Little
Jun 10, 2025The sherry really elevates the flavor of this trifle. I'll definitely be making it again.
Cielo Bartell
Jun 6, 2025This trifle was a hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.
Fritz Collins
May 21, 2025Great recipe! I used sugar-free gelatin and whipped topping to make it a bit lighter.
Douglas Steuber
May 21, 2025I added a layer of raspberries between the gelatin and custard, and it was a fantastic addition!
Rocky Heller
May 20, 2025I made this for Christmas, and it was so easy and delicious. I especially liked that I could prepare it in advance.