Alan Davidson's Favorite Trifle Recipe

Name: Alan Davidson's Favorite Trifle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups heavy cream; 6 large egg yolks; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 6 to 8 Sponge Cupcakes (see recipe); 1/2 cup seedless raspberry or strawberry jam; 18 almond macaroons or Italian amaretto cookies, crumbled; Grated zest of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons brandy; 1/2 cup dry Marsala or sherry; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons Drambuie liqueur or vanilla extract; Pink crystallized rose petals, candied cherries or other garnishes

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups heavy cream
6 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 to 8 Sponge Cupcakes (see recipe)
1/2 cup seedless raspberry or strawberry jam
18 almond macaroons or Italian amaretto cookies, crumbled
Grated zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons brandy
1/2 cup dry Marsala or sherry
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons Drambuie liqueur or vanilla extract
Pink crystallized rose petals, candied cherries or other garnishes

1
heat the cream in a small saucepan just until bubbles form around the edges.
2
Meanwhile, beat yolks, sugar and cornstarch together until very smooth.
3
Whisking constantly, slowly pour the hot cream into the egg mixture.
4
Return the mixture to the saucepan, place over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens just enough to coat the back of a spoon.
5
Do not overcook or the custard will curdle.
6
Pour it into a bowl, stir in the vanilla and set aside to cool.

3612

kcal

Calories

315

Fat

123

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups heavy cream, 6 large egg yolks, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Alan Davidson's Favorite Trifle falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Alan Davidson's Favorite Trifle

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