Best 2 Grandmas English Trifle Recipes

Indulge in a delightful journey through the realm of classic English desserts with Grandma's English Trifle, a timeless treat that combines layers of moist sponge cake, velvety custard, sweet fruit, and a crown of fluffy whipped cream. This iconic dessert is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, sure to impress at any gathering. Our collection of recipes offers variations to cater to diverse preferences, including a traditional version, a boozy trifle infused with sherry, and a modern twist featuring a luscious chocolate sponge cake. Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a sweet adventure with Grandma's English Trifle!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S ENGLISH TRIFLE

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This scrumptious trifle recipe is a family heirloom. My grandmother would make an enormous dish of it for Saturday night dinners when they often had guests. If there were leftovers, they'd eat that English trifle dessert every night that week until it was gone! -Ruth Verratti, Gasport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 prepared loaf pound cake or 1 package (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed
1/4 to 1/2 cup raspberry jam
1 package (3 to 3-1/2 ounces) regular or instant vanilla pudding mix
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 cup chilled heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Slivered almonds
Maraschino cherries, halved

Steps:

Slice pound cake in half horizontally. Spread with jam and replace top of cake. Slice cake into 9 pieces. Line the sides and fill the center of a 2-qt. glass serving bowl with cake pieces. Prepare pudding with milk. Pour over cake. Chill. Beat cream and sugar until soft peaks form; spread over cake and pudding. Chill at least 4 hours. Garnish with almonds and cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ENGLISH TRIFLE

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This dessert recipe came from a friend from England, Gill Overfelt. She is one of the best people in the world (an angel in disguise!). It is delicious and elegant looking layered in a trifle bowl or individual dessert glasses.

Provided by Teri

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (8 or 9 inch) white cake layers, baked and cooled
2 pints fresh strawberries
¼ cup white sugar
1 pint fresh blueberries
2 bananas
¼ cup orange juice
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
12 maraschino cherries

Steps:

Slice strawberries and sprinkle them with sugar. Cut the bananas into slices and toss with orange juice. Combine pudding mix with milk and mix until smooth. Cut the cake into 1 inch cubes.
Use half of the cake cubes to line the bottom of a large glass bowl. Layer half of the strawberries followed by half of the blueberries, and then half of the bananas. Spread half of the pudding over the fruit. Repeat layers in the same order.
In a medium bowl, whip the cream to stiff peaks and spread over top of trifle. Garnish with maraschino cherries and slivered almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 633.1 calories, Carbohydrate 98.4 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 537.2 mg, Sugar 62.8 g

Tips:

To make the trifle extra special, use homemade custard and jam. Find recipes for both in the article.
If you don't have time to make your own custard, you can use a good quality store-bought custard.
Make sure the trifle is well chilled before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the trifle to set properly.
To make the trifle even more decadent, add a layer of whipped cream or ice cream.
Garnish the trifle with fresh fruit, such as berries or grapes, before serving.

Conclusion:

Grandma's English trifle is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, yet it is always a crowd-pleaser. With its layers of sponge cake, custard, jam, and fruit, this trifle is sure to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give Grandma's English trifle a try.