Deconstructed Trifle served on an artisan ceramic plate, featuring slices of soft sponge cake with a dollop of homemade custard and a drizzle of red currant coulis. The dish is styled on a rustic wooden table with a linen napkin, a small bowl of extra custard, and a spoon.

Deconstructed Trifle with Homemade Custard & Berry Coulis

A vibrant deconstructed trifle with creamy custard, fresh berries, and a tangy coulis.
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Cooking Time:20 minutes
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk,
  • Serving glasses

Ingredients

  • 500 g Berries mixed, fresh
  • 200 g Sponge cake ladyfingers or similar
  • 500 ml Milk whole
  • 4 Egg yolks
  • 50 g Sugar granulated
  • 1 Vanilla bean split, seeds scraped
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 100 g Sugar for coulis
  • 2 tbsp Water for coulis
  • Whipped cream for topping, optional

Instructions

  • Prepare the berry coulis: Simmer berries, sugar, and water until berries soften.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth, then strain and add lemon juice.
  • Set aside.
  • Prepare the custard: Heat milk and vanilla bean in a saucepan until simmering.
  • Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl.
  • Gradually whisk hot milk into the egg yolk mixture.
  • Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  • Remove from heat and let cool, removing the vanilla bean.
  • Assemble the trifle: Layer sponge cake pieces in serving glasses.
  • Add a layer of mixed fresh berries.
  • Pour custard over the berries.
  • Drizzle berry coulis over the custard.
  • Top with whipped cream, if desired.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:

Garnish with extra fresh berries and a sprig of mint.

Wine Advice:

A sweet dessert wine like Sauternes or a Moscato.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 35 g | Salt: 0.2 g
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Recipe Category Cake / Dessert / no-bake
Country England
Holliday: Christmas / Summer Gatherings
Season: Summer / Winter
Diets Vegetarian
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