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Mini Christmas Trifles

Mini Christmas Trifles: A Joyful Holiday Dessert Delight

Delight in these Mini Christmas Trifles, festive holiday treats layered with cake, custard, and berries.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 trifles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 box Sponge Cake Use store-bought or homemade for a personal touch.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 2 cups Custard or Vanilla Pudding Ensure it's chilled for best texture.
For the Fresh Layer
  • 1 cup Mixed Berries (Raspberries, Blueberries, Strawberries) Feel free to substitute with other fruits.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Using stabilized whipped cream helps maintain shape.
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint Leaves Garnish for color.
  • optional Gold Star Sprinkles or Edible Decorations Elevates festive look.

Equipment

  • clear glass or dessert cup

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the sponge cake into small, uniform cubes (about 1-inch pieces). Allow to sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Place a layer of sponge cake cubes at the bottom of a clear glass, using about ¼ of the glass.
  3. Spoon chilled custard or vanilla pudding over the sponge cake, filling the glass about halfway.
  4. Scatter a handful of mixed berries directly over the custard layer.
  5. Repeat the layers of sponge cake, custard, and berries, aiming for at least two rounds.
  6. Pipe a swirl of whipped cream on top and garnish with mint leaves, extra berries, and gold star decorations.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the sponge cake is the base layer for stability, and chill the custard for best results before assembly. Add garnishes before serving to maintain freshness.

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