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Mini Fruit Trifles with Fresh Berries and Cream Recipe

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4.6 from 91 reviews
  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mini Fruit Trifles with Fresh Berries and Cream are delightful layered desserts featuring sponge fingers soaked with berry jam, creamy custard, fresh mixed berries, and a glossy jelly topping. Perfect for a refreshing and elegant treat, they are garnished with whipped cream, optional shredded coconut, chopped pistachios, and fresh mint leaves. This no-bake recipe requires some time for chilling but is simple to assemble and sure to impress guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 pack of sponge fingers or ladyfingers
  • 2 tablespoons of berry jam

Fruit and Jelly

  • 1 cup of mixed fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
  • 1/4 cup of jelly (prepared and set)

Dairy

  • 2 cups of custard
  • 1 cup of whipped cream

Garnish (Optional)

  • 1/4 cup of shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped pistachios
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Jelly: Follow the package instructions carefully to prepare the jelly. Pour into a shallow dish and refrigerate until it is fully set, ensuring it will layer properly in the trifles.
  2. Layer Sponge Fingers and Jam: In small trifle glasses or serving dishes, place a layer of sponge fingers or ladyfingers. Spread a thin, even layer of berry jam over the sponge fingers to infuse them with sweetness and enhance flavor.
  3. Add Custard Layer: Spoon a generous layer of custard evenly over the jam-covered sponge fingers, adding creamy richness to the dessert base.
  4. Layer Fresh Berries: Arrange a colorful and fresh layer of mixed berries on top of the custard, contributing freshness and vibrant color to the trifles.
  5. Top with Jelly: Gently pour a layer of the set jelly over the berries, encasing the fruit and providing a glossy, attractive finish.
  6. Repeat Layers: Continue layering sponge fingers, berry jam, custard, berries, and jelly until the glasses are filled. Ensure the topmost layer finishes with whipped cream for a creamy, light finish.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle optional shredded coconut and chopped pistachios over the whipped cream layer. Add fresh mint leaves for an additional decorative and flavorful touch.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifles for at least 2 hours. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully and ensures the dessert is served refreshingly cold.

Notes

  • You can substitute the mixed berries depending on seasonality or preference, such as blackberries or cherries.
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based custard and whipped cream alternatives.
  • If you prefer a firmer jelly layer, reduce the liquid during preparation slightly according to the jelly package instructions.
  • Assemble the trifles close to serving time if you want the sponge fingers to retain some texture; otherwise, they will soften and become more pudding-like.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: British

Keywords: mini fruit trifles, fresh berries dessert, layered trifle recipe, no-bake dessert, custard trifle, berry jelly trifle

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