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Classic Berry Trifle

A traditional layered dessert featuring soft sponge cake soaked in sherry, vanilla custard, fresh strawberries, and sweet whipped cream.

20 minEasyServes 8340 cal/serving

BritishDessertNo-CookVegetarianNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb pound cake, cubed
  • 1/4 cup sweet sherry
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups vanilla custard
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Arrange half of the 1 lb cubed pound cake at the bottom of a large glass trifle bowl.

  2. 2

    Drizzle half of the 1/4 cup sweet sherry evenly over the cake.

  3. 3

    Add half of the 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries followed by half of the 2 cups vanilla custard.

  4. 4

    Repeat with the remaining pound cake, sweet sherry, fresh strawberries, and vanilla custard.

  5. 5

    Beat 1 cup heavy whipping cream and 2 tbsp powdered sugar together until soft peaks form, then spread over the top layer.

  6. 6

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Questions

What is Classic Berry Trifle?

A traditional layered dessert featuring soft sponge cake soaked in sherry, vanilla custard, fresh strawberries, and sweet whipped cream. This reference files it under British dessert: made without cooking, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Classic Berry Trifle?

As written, 20 minutes: 20 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 2 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is there a substitute for powdered sugar in Classic Berry Trifle?

The entry for Classic Berry Trifle calls for 2 tbsp powdered sugar. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Is Classic Berry Trifle vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 cups vanilla custard and 1 cup heavy whipping cream. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

How do I store and reheat Classic Berry Trifle?

Keep Classic Berry Trifle covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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