Mary Margaret's Trifle
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 327kcal
Mary Margaret's Trifle is a simple, rustic, uncomplicated dessert comprised of three layers. Starting with a pound cake layer where the cake is soaked in raspberry jello, followed by a thick layer of custard and topped with freshly prepared whipped cream.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound cake (approx 800 grams)
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1/4 sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups prepared custard
- 2 packets raspberry jello
- raspberries and mint for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the raspberry jello according to the instructions on the package. Do not refrigerate! Set aside to cool for 5 minutes while you cut the pound cake into one-inch cubes.
- Next, place the pieces of pound cake into a trifle bowl, positioning them so that they are in an even layer.
- Pour the cooled raspberry jello into the bowl, covering the pound cake. Refrigerate until the jello is completely firm.
- Prepared the custard according to package instructions. You will need 3 cups of prepared custard.
- Pour the custard into the trifle bowl, smoothing it out evenly over the cake and jello layer.
- Next, prepare the whipped cream by transferring the whipping cream to a chilled mixing bowl. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks are formed.
- Add the sugar one tablespoon at a time. Beat to incorporate.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Top the custard layer with the whipped cream.
- Refrigerate the trifle for 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and a sprig of fresh mint.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 707IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 1mg