Mary Berry’s Celebration Trifle is made with custard, trifle sponges, raspberry jam, pears, sherry, raspberries, and double cream. This easy trifle recipe creates a traditional dessert that takes about 4 hours to prepare, including chilling time, and can serve up to 8 people.
This Celebration Trifle Recipe Is From Simple Comforts Cookbook by Mary Berry
Mary Berry Celebration Trifle Ingredients:
For the Trifle Custard:
- 50g (2oz) caster sugar
- 3 tbsp cornflour
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 450ml (15fl oz) full-fat milk
- 150ml (5fl oz) double cream
For the Trifle:
- 6 trifle sponges
- ½ jar raspberry jam
- 1 x 400g (14oz) tin pears, sliced, with juice reserved
- 4 tbsp sherry
- 250g (9oz) raspberries
- 150ml (5fl oz) double cream, lightly whipped
- 25g (1oz) flaked almonds, lightly toasted
How To Make Mary Berry Celebration Trifle?
- Prepare the Custard: Measure the caster sugar, cornflour, egg yolks, and vanilla extract into a mixing bowl and whisk together. Warm the full-fat milk and double cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour the hot milk and cream into the egg mixture, whisking quickly until smooth. Rinse out the saucepan, then pour the mixture through a sieve back into the clean pan. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the custard thickens. Be careful not to let it boil. Once thickened, remove from heat, pour the custard into a bowl, cover with cling film, and allow it to cool before chilling in the fridge.
- Assemble the Trifle: Slice the trifle sponges in half, spread with raspberry jam, and sandwich them back together. Arrange the sponges at the base of the trifle dish, trimming if necessary to fit. Spoon over 6 tablespoons of the reserved pear juice and the sherry. Press the sponges down with the back of a spoon to ensure they absorb all the liquid—add more pear juice if needed. Scatter the sliced pears and half of the raspberries over the sponges, then pour over the chilled custard. Place the trifle in the fridge to set for several hours or overnight.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, spoon blobs of lightly whipped cream on top of the set custard. Decorate with the remaining raspberries and sprinkle with toasted flaked almonds.
Recipe Tips
- Chill the Custard: Make sure the custard is fully chilled before layering it into the trifle. This helps it set properly and keeps the layers distinct.
- Use Fresh Raspberries: Fresh raspberries add the best flavor and texture. If using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain them well to avoid excess liquid.
- Soak the Sponges Well: When adding the pear juice and sherry, press the sponges down to make sure they absorb all the liquid. This keeps the trifle moist and flavorful.
- Assemble the Night Before: For the best results, assemble the trifle the night before serving. This gives the flavors time to meld together and the trifle to set perfectly.
- Toast the Almonds Lightly: Lightly toasting the flaked almonds before sprinkling them on top adds a delicious crunch and enhances their nutty flavor.
What To Serve With Celebration Trifle?
This creamy Celebration Trifle pairs well with fresh berries, a light fruit salad, sponge fingers, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It can also be served alongside shortbread biscuits, a glass of sherry, whipped cream, or a cup of hot tea for a delicious dessert.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Celebration Trifle cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover it with cling film or transfer it to an airtight container, and store it in the fridge. It will keep well for up to 2 days.
- Freeze: This trifle is not recommended for freezing because the custard and fruit layers do not freeze well. Freezing can cause the custard to separate and the fruit to become mushy, affecting the texture and flavor.
Mary Berry Celebration Trifle Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Cholesterol: 163mg
- Sodium: 162mg
- Potassium: 172.9mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugars: 17g
- Protein: 4.5g
Try More Mary Berry Recipes:
- Mary Berry Limoncello Trifle
- Mary Berry Tiramisu Red Fruit Trifle
- Mary Berry Christmas Apricot Trifle
Mary Berry Celebration Trifle
Description
Mary Berry’s Celebration Trifle is made with custard, trifle sponges, raspberry jam, pears, sherry, raspberries, and double cream. This easy trifle recipe creates a traditional dessert that takes about 4 hours to prepare, including chilling time, and can serve up to 8 people.
Ingredients
For the Trifle Custard:
For the Trifle:
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: Measure the caster sugar, cornflour, egg yolks, and vanilla extract into a mixing bowl and whisk together. Warm the full-fat milk and double cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour the hot milk and cream into the egg mixture, whisking quickly until smooth. Rinse out the saucepan, then pour the mixture through a sieve back into the clean pan. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the custard thickens. Be careful not to let it boil. Once thickened, remove from heat, pour the custard into a bowl, cover with cling film, and allow it to cool before chilling in the fridge.
- Assemble the Trifle: Slice the trifle sponges in half, spread with raspberry jam, and sandwich them back together. Arrange the sponges at the base of the trifle dish, trimming if necessary to fit. Spoon over 6 tablespoons of the reserved pear juice and the sherry. Press the sponges down with the back of a spoon to ensure they absorb all the liquid—add more pear juice if needed. Scatter the sliced pears and half of the raspberries over the sponges, then pour over the chilled custard. Place the trifle in the fridge to set for several hours or overnight.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, spoon blobs of lightly whipped cream on top of the set custard. Decorate with the remaining raspberries and sprinkle with toasted flaked almonds.
Notes
- Chill the Custard: Make sure the custard is fully chilled before layering it into the trifle. This helps it set properly and keeps the layers distinct.
- Use Fresh Raspberries: Fresh raspberries add the best flavor and texture. If using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain them well to avoid excess liquid.
- Soak the Sponges Well: When adding the pear juice and sherry, press the sponges down to make sure they absorb all the liquid. This keeps the trifle moist and flavorful.
- Assemble the Night Before: For the best results, assemble the trifle the night before serving. This gives the flavors time to meld together and the trifle to set perfectly.
- Toast the Almonds Lightly: Lightly toasting the flaked almonds before sprinkling them on top adds a delicious crunch and enhances their nutty flavor.
Mary Berry Celebration Trifle