Recipe For Traditional British Trifle: Layers Of Delight

By Yash Lakhan

Ingredients

150 g sponge cake or ladyfingers
300 ml prepared fruit jelly
250 g mixed berries or sliced fruits
500 ml custard
200 ml whipped cream
50 g slivered almonds or grated chocolate (optional, for garnish)

Prepare The Base

Place ladyfingers or sponge cake in the bottom of a trifle bowl. Cover the cake with jelly and refrigerate to solidify.

Add Fruits And Layer Custard

After the jelly has set, cover it with a layer of assorted fruits. Smooth the fruits' surface with a gentle pour of custard.

Cover With Cream And Garnish

Cover the custard with whipped cream. For extra flare, scatter grated chocolate or slivered almonds on top.

Chill

Before serving, place in the refrigerator for at least two hours.