Classic Trifle Recipe

Name: Classic Trifle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg (3 oz) raspberry gelatin; 8 oz sponge or yellow cake, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 cup sweet sherry; 1/4 cup custard powder or vanilla pudding mix (not instant); 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 can (29 oz) sliced peaches, drained; 2 1/3 cups heavy cream; 6 None maraschino cherries

Servings: persons

1
Prepare gelatin according to package directions for speed set. Pour into shallow container. Refrigerate 20 mins or until gelatin is almost set.
2
Arrange cake in 3-quart bowl; sprinkle with sherry.
3
Blend custard powder, sugar and vanilla extract with a little of the milk in small saucepan; stir in remaining milk. Stir on medium heat until mixture boils and thickens. Cover surface of custard with plastic wrap; cool.
4
Pour gelatin over cake; refrigerate 15 mins. Top with peaches. Stir half of the cream into custard; pour over peaches.
5
Whip remaining cream; spread half over custard. Spoon remaining whipped cream into piping bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe whipped cream stars on top of trifle. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.
6
Serve trifle topped with maraschino cherries, if desired.

628

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg (3 oz) raspberry gelatin, 8 oz sponge or yellow cake, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1/4 cup sweet sherry, 1/4 cup custard powder or vanilla pudding mix (not instant), and more.

Yes, Classic Trifle falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Trifle

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Variations & substitutions

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