Description
Celebrate in style with this Old English Trifle—a beloved British dessert made with layers of soft sponge cake, fruit, jam, creamy custard, and whipped vanilla cream. Whether served after a Sunday roast or as part of an afternoon tea, it’s a beautiful, indulgent dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
Ingredients
For the Layers:
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250g Madeira cake or sponge fingers, sliced
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300g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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4 tbsp strawberry or raspberry jam
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500ml ready-made custard
For the Cream Topping:
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300ml double cream
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1 tbsp icing sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Line the bottom of a trifle bowl with sponge slices.
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Spread jam over the sponge and scatter over half the strawberries.
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Pour over half the custard and smooth it out.
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In a separate bowl, whip cream with icing sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
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Repeat the layers: sponge, jam, remaining strawberries, and custard.
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Spread whipped cream over the top.
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Decorate with strawberries in a pattern.
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Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
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Add sliced banana or peaches for a fruity twist.
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Use trifle sponges for a more traditional, soaked base.
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Best made ahead—chill overnight for even better flavour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours