ROASTED PEAR TRIFLE
Steps:
- 1.To prepare custard: Whisk eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, salt and 1/2 cup milk in a medium bowl until smooth. Heat the remaining 3 cups milk in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return this mixture to the pan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the custard bubbles and thickens. (Use caution, as hot custard will sputter.) Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Transfer the custard to a shallow glass dish. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour or overnight. 2.To roast pears: Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Toss pears, 2 tablespoons sugar and lemon juice in a large bowl. Spread the pears on the prepared baking sheet. Roast the pears until tender and golden brown in spots, turning occasionally, 45 to 50 minutes. 3.While the pears are roasting, toast almonds, if using, in a small baking pan until fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside. 4.To assemble trifle: Melt apricot preserves in a small saucepan over low heat. Arrange 14 to 15 ladyfingers in the bottom of a trifle bowl (8-inch diameter), trimming them if necessary to fit tightly. Drizzle 1 tablespoon amaretto over the ladyfingers and dot with 3 tablespoons of the preserves. Top with one-third of the roasted pears (about 1 1/3 cups) and a scant 1/2 cup raspberries. Spread 3/4 cup custard over. Repeat layering 2 more times with ladyfingers, amaretto, preserves, fruit and custard. Top with 13 to 15 ladyfingers (you may have leftovers); drizzle with remaining amaretto. Spread remaining custard over the top. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour. 5.Meanwhile, make Vanilla Cream, if using. 6.Shortly before serving, spread Vanilla Cream (or whipped topping) on top of the trifle, if desired, and garnish with toasted almonds, if desired, and the remaining raspberries.
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Official Dragking
official_d33@gmail.comI love the combination of pears, sponge cake, and custard in this trifle. It's a classic dessert that's always a winner.
Gurpreet Kumar
k-g@yahoo.comThis trifle is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Arib Vai
a.vai16@aol.comI've made this trifle several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly.
Fiona Rapinett
rapinettfiona@yahoo.comThis trifle is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. It's elegant, delicious, and sure to impress your guests.
Kayla Squires
k.squires@hotmail.co.ukI made this trifle for my family and they loved it! The pears were roasted to perfection and the trifle was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Tasmiya Zara
z-tasmiya85@gmail.comThis trifle was a bit too rich for my taste. I would recommend using less heavy cream in the custard.
Romario Gunzell
r-gunzell@hotmail.frI'm not a big fan of trifles, but this one was really good. The pears were perfectly roasted and the custard was creamy and flavorful.
EDOS TONY
edos87@hotmail.comThis trifle is absolutely stunning! I made it for a party and it was the star of the show. Everyone raved about it.
Samira Elizabeth
samirae@hotmail.frI thought the pears were a bit under-roasted. I would recommend roasting them for a few minutes longer.
Drewcifer Dirt
d@yahoo.comI had some trouble finding ladyfingers, so I used vanilla wafers instead. They worked just fine and the trifle still turned out great.
Lezter Viguilla
vlezter@hotmail.frThis trifle was a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the custard and roasted pears.
Itx Soldier queen
i-queen@gmail.comI love the roasted pears in this trifle. They add a nice caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy custard and sponge cake.
Moon Mughal
m_moon29@aol.comThis trifle is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for special occasions.
Akbar Hussain
akbar@yahoo.comI've made this trifle several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of pears, sponge cake, and custard is simply irresistible.
Just Travelous Ghumgham
jghumgham@aol.comFollowed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect! The roasted pears added a nice touch of sweetness to the trifle.
Bd Transcom gamer
b81@hotmail.comThis trifle was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I used fresh pears from my tree and they were perfect. The trifle was a big hit with my family.
Admire Makaya
admire_makaya@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of pears, but this trifle was amazing! The pears were roasted to perfection and the combination of flavors was just right.
Shane Black
shane@hotmail.frThis roasted pear trifle was a hit at my dinner party! The pears were perfectly roasted and the trifle was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.