Description
A delightful dessert combining fresh berries, creamy lemon custard, and fluffy cake layers, perfect for summer gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup sugar (divided)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups homemade lemon custard
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Custard by whisking egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch in a saucepan, then gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
- Prepare the Berries by combining sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with sugar and lemon zest, then let sit to macerate.
- Whip the Cream by beating heavy cream with remaining sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Trifle by layering sponge cake, lemon custard, mixed berries, and cream in a clear dish.
- Top with Whipped Cream by spreading it over the top layer of custard.
- Chill and Serve the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- Do not freeze the trifle to maintain texture.
- Garnish with additional berries and lemon zest before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Berry Trifle, Lemon Custard, Dessert, Summer Treat