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a layered sherry trifle in a tall glass bowl showing cake, berries, custard, and cream arranged in a wide horizontal shot on a festive table, candles and greenery nearby, warm natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Trifle with Sherry

A traditional layered sherry trifle with sponge, fruit, custard, and fluffy whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cake cubed
  • 0.33 cup sherry
  • 2 cups mixed berries
  • 3 cups prepared custard
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup sliced almonds

Method
 

  1. Layer the cubed pound cake in the bottom of a large glass bowl.
  2. Drizzle the sherry over the cake and let it soak in.
  3. Scatter the berries over the cake layer.
  4. Spoon the custard evenly over the fruit.
  5. Whip the cream with powdered sugar and spread it over the custard.
  6. Chill at least 2 hours, then top with sliced almonds before serving.

Notes

Use a clear bowl so everyone can admire those pretty layers.