Delicious Trifle in a Tray
This trifle in a tray is a delicious layered dessert made with soft cake, creamy custard, fresh fruit, and whipped cream. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this easy trifle in a tray recipe is customizable, refreshing, and ideal for make-ahead entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Sponge cake or pound cake
- Custard (homemade or store-bought)
- Whipped cream
- Fresh or canned fruit (berries, peaches, pineapple, etc.)
- Fruit jelly or gelatin
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Fruit juice or syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the jelly or gelatin according to package instructions and let it set.
- Cut sponge cake into cubes or slices.
- Arrange a layer of cake evenly in the base of a tray.
- Lightly drizzle with fruit juice or syrup to moisten.
- Add a layer of fruit over the cake.
- Pour custard evenly over the fruit layer.
- Add pieces of set jelly on top of the custard.
- Spread whipped cream over the entire surface.
- Repeat layers if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
Avoid over-soaking the cake to prevent sogginess.Chill well for best flavor and texture.Use a clear tray for a visually appealing layered effect.Customize with different fruits or flavored custards.
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