Boston Creme Trifle

Dive into indulgence with this show-stopping Boston Creme Trifle—a layered dessert masterpiece that transforms the classic Boston Cream Pie into an easy-to-assemble treat. Featuring soft, pillowy cubes of vanilla sponge cake, a velvety homemade custard infused with rich vanilla, and a luscious chocolate ganache drizzle, this trifle is the ultimate combination of creamy and decadent textures. Perfectly presented in a trifle dish, it's a crowd-pleasing centerpiece ideal for holidays, potlucks, or any special occasion. With its luxurious layers and an optional crown of freshly whipped cream, this no-bake dessert chills to perfection in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully before serving. Treat yourself and your guests to a dessert that’s as gorgeous as it is irresistibly flavorful!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch round cake Vanilla sponge cake
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar and cornstarch. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to combine.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken and simmer—about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Temper the yolks by slowly adding a ladleful of the hot milk mixture while whisking continuously. Then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring constantly until the custard thickens further, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the custard from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth and combined. Transfer the custard to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressed directly onto the surface), and chill for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

Prepare the chocolate ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to steam (do not boil). Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

Slice the vanilla sponge cake into 1-inch cubes.

Step 7

Assemble the trifle: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, begin with a layer of cake cubes to cover the bottom. Spread a layer of chilled custard over the cake, then drizzle a layer of chocolate ganache on top.

Step 8

Repeat the layers (cake, custard, ganache) until the dish is full, finishing with a drizzle of ganache on top.

Step 9

Optionally, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/4 cup of powdered sugar until soft peaks form and dollop over the top for garnish.

Step 10

Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1652.2 grams (1652.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4401

Total Fat 225.50g	289%
Saturated Fat 128.30g	642%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1349mg	450%
Sodium 1804mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 543.20g	198%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 394.40g
Protein 65.90g	132%

Vitamin D 288IU	1440%
Calcium 1199mg	92%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1322mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 48.7%