Sherry Trifle
This luxurious trifle is a delightful marriage of sweet sherry-infused sponge cake, zesty fruit, and creamy custard, all topped with a velvety, nutmeg-scented syllabub. The layers of textures and flavors come together to create an indulgent treat that is perfect for any special occasion. Refreshing and satisfying, this trifle is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your dessert cravings.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 packet trifle sponges, broken into 5cm/2in pieces
- ½ packet of amaretti biscuits or 150g/5oz macaroons or ratafias
- 150ml/5fl oz sweet sherry
- 1 tbsp cognac
- 4 tbsp blackberry
- 450g/1 lb fresh blackberries
- 450g/1 lb fresh raspberries
- 85g/3oz toasted flaked almonds
- 600ml/1 pint ready-made custard
- 125ml/4fl oz sherry
- 2 tbsp brandy
- 1 lemon
- 55g/2oz caster sugar
- 425ml/15fl oz double cream
- freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 oranges
- 85g/3oz flaked almonds
Instructions
- Lay the sponge pieces and biscuits in the base of a deep glass dish. Spoon over the sherry and cognac and leave to soak in for a few minutes.
- Warm the jam in a bowl in the microwave or in a saucepan until it is runny then pour over the soaked sponge and biscuits. Sprinkle the fruit and flaked almonds on top. Pour over the custard.
- To make the syllabub topping, place the sherry, brandy and lemon juice into a bowl and stir in the sugar until it dissolves. Pour in the cream with a pinch of nutmeg. Whisk until it holds its shape. Don't over-whisk, or whisk too vigorously, as the cream may split. Spoon the syllabub over the trifle and refigerate, preferably overnight.
- Just before serving, scatter with the grated orange rind and/or flaked toasted almonds.
Prep Time
PT1H
Yield
6-8
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