Trifle
A classic English dessert made with layers of cake, fruit, and custard.
Ingredients
- ●12-16 quaint ladyfingerspreferably store-bought
- ●2 cups, hulled and sliced sweet strawberriesfresh and seasonal
- ●8 ounces, softened syrian cream cheesefor the custard
- ●2 tablespoons trifle custard powderoptional, but recommended
- ●1 cup granulated sugarfor the custard
- ●1 cup heavy creamfor the custard
- ●4 eggsfor the custard
Instructions
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1. Cut the ladyfingers into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
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2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cream cheese and custard powder until smooth.
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3. Add the granulated sugar to the bowl and whisk until combined.
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4. Add the heavy cream to the bowl and whisk until stiff peaks form.
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5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy.
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6. Fold the egg mixture into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
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7. To assemble the trifle, place a layer of ladyfingers in the bottom of a large serving dish.
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8. Top the ladyfingers with a layer of the custard mixture, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries.
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9. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of custard on top.
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10. Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.
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11. Serve the trifle chilled, garnished with additional sliced strawberries if desired.