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Fruit Custard Trifle Recipe

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Quick Description

A classic fruit custard trifle made with soft sponge cake, silky vanilla custard, fresh fruits, and light whipped cream. Sweet, creamy, and refreshing, this dessert is easy to assemble and always a crowd favorite.

Servings & Timing

Servings: 6–8 portions
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 2–3 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours

Ingredients List

Custard

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp custard powder (vanilla flavor)
  • 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

Trifle Layers

  • 2 cups mixed fresh fruits (apple, banana, mango, grapes, strawberries)
  • 6–8 slices sponge cake or plain cake, cubed
  • ½ cup fruit juice or milk (for soaking cake)
  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard
    In a bowl, mix custard powder with ¼ cup milk until smooth.
    Heat remaining milk with sugar in a saucepan.
    Add custard mixture and cook on low heat, stirring constantly, until thick.
    Let cool completely.
  2. Prepare the fruits
    Wash, peel, and chop fruits into small bite-sized pieces.
    Avoid very watery fruits to keep layers neat.
  3. Assemble the trifle
    In a trifle bowl or serving glasses, add a layer of sponge cake cubes.
    Lightly soak with fruit juice or milk.
  4. Add custard layer
    Spread a layer of cooled custard over the cake.
  5. Add fruit layer
    Add a generous layer of mixed fruits.
  6. Repeat layers
    Repeat cake, custard, and fruit layers until ingredients are used.
  7. Top with cream
    Finish with whipped cream on top.
  8. Chill
    Refrigerate for 2–3 hours before serving.

Additional Notes

  • Custard must be fully cooled before layering.
  • Do not over-soak sponge cake or it will become mushy.
  • Banana should be added just before assembling to prevent browning.

Dietary Info

  • Vegetarian
  • No-Bake Dessert
  • Kid-Friendly
  • Customizable Sweetness

Ingredient Details & Substitutions

  • Sponge cake: Can use plain cake, pound cake, or biscuits.
  • Custard powder: Homemade custard works too.
  • Fruits: Use seasonal fruits for best flavor.
  • Whipped cream: Can use non-dairy whipped topping.

Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • Add a jelly layer for classic trifle style.
  • Use chocolate custard for a twist.
  • Serve in individual dessert cups for parties.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Store covered in the fridge for 24–36 hours.
  • Best enjoyed within one day for fresh fruit texture.
  • Do not freeze.

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