With Christmas fast approaching, the days getting longer, and the weather getting warmer, there are a growing number of opportunities for you to showcase your dessert skills. Get into the festive spirit by trying out one of these simple and tasty trifle recipes; they are sure to blow your family and friends away!
Panettone and prosecco trifle recipe
These Italian-inspired trifles use panettone, the buttery, fruity Christmas “bread” instead of sponge cake to give the trifle a unique flavour, while the addition of sparkling prosecco makes it a refreshing and light option.
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Coffee trifle recipe
Coffee lovers unite; this coffee trifle takes your typical trifle and blends it with black coffee for a rich and caffeine-infused treat. The use of Kahlua or Tia Maria only sharpens the flavours. Just make sure to hide this one from the kids.
Mango and blueberry trifle recipe
This trifle also uses panettone instead of sponge while using marsala instead of sherry, but sherry is fine if you’d rather stick to tradition. Make your own, custard if you are so inclined, or buy ready-made. Make the trifle the day before to let the flavours seep through, adding the cream on the day of serving.
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Berry trifle recipe
Annabel Langbein always delivers easy-to-make meals, and her berry trifle is no different. Simply make the strawberry puree and layer it with the custard and sponge cake accordingly — no cooking required.
Black forest trifle recipe
Chocolate sponge, morello cherries and kirsch in a classic black forest dessert.
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Classic Christmas trifle recipe
The child-friendly recipe refrains from using sherry, but feel free to add it if you wish. You can also make the sponges, jelly and custard a day or two in advance before layering.
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Peach and passionfruit trifle recipe
This peach and passionfruit trifle recipe is a creative departure from the traditional trifle flavours yet offers a great, tangy option for those who enjoy mixing it up a bit.
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Individual trifles with vanilla cream, lemon curd and grilled apricots recipe
There’ll be no fighting over the dessert this time as these trifles are made individually. Stack them up on plates and top each with a halved apricot.
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