Festive Strawberry Trifle

Capture the essence of holiday indulgence with this Festive Strawberry Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that’s both stunning and irresistibly delicious. Layers of airy sponge cake, juicy strawberries, silky vanilla custard, and a luscious strawberry jam drizzle come together in perfect harmony, all topped with whipped cream clouds and garnished with vibrant pistachios and fresh mint. Ready in just 30 minutes, this no-bake trifle is perfect for entertaining, offering a make-ahead option that allows the flavors to deepen and delight your guests. Whether assembled in a grand glass trifle dish or in individual servings, this elegant dessert is sure to add a burst of color and sweetness to your celebrations.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams Sponge cake (pre-made or homemade)
• 500 grams Fresh strawberries
• 150 grams Strawberry jam
• 500 milliliters Vanilla custard (store-bought or homemade)
• 250 milliliters Heavy cream
• 20 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 30 grams Chopped pistachios (optional for garnish)
• 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly and remove the green tops. Slice half of the strawberries thinly and leave the other half whole for garnishing.

Step 2

Cut the sponge cake into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam over low heat until slightly runny but not too hot. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Prepare the whipped cream by combining the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Whisk until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside in the refrigerator.

Step 5

To assemble the trifle, use a tall glass trifle dish or individual serving glasses. Start by adding a layer of sponge cake cubes at the bottom.

Step 6

Drizzle a small amount of the slightly warm strawberry jam over the sponge cake to soak it lightly.

Step 7

Add a layer of sliced strawberries over the jam-soaked cake, spreading them evenly.

Step 8

Pour a layer of creamy vanilla custard over the strawberries, ensuring even coverage.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process (sponge cake, strawberry jam, sliced strawberries, and custard) until the dish or glasses are filled, ending with a custard layer.

Step 10

Top the final layer with dollops of whipped cream, spreading it out evenly.

Step 11

Garnish the top with whole strawberries, chopped pistachios, and fresh mint leaves for a festive look.

Step 12

Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set.

Step 13

Serve chilled and enjoy this decadent Festive Strawberry Trifle!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1756.7 grams (1756.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3263

Total Fat 151.00g	194%
Saturated Fat 72.50g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 717mg	239%
Sodium 1174mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 407.50g	148%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 293.30g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 197IU	983%
Calcium 673mg	52%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 1793mg	38%

*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: 42.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 51.2%