Trifle is one of the Aussies’ favorite desserts. It has been a part of their history and tradition.
Trifle might be a simple dessert, but it comes with diversities that match every occasion. So whether we are talking about birthday parties, Christmas, or family gatherings, with a little bit of change in the traditional Australian trifle recipe ingredients, you can serve Trifle on every occasion.
If you are up to try it out, go through this article. We have made this recipe easy for you to try out at home.
What Is Trifle?
Trifle is an English dessert that became a part of Australian tradition centuries ago. It is one of the desserts that everyone grew up with. An Australian Trifle is well known for its layers of jelly, fruits, and cream. Although there are various variations around the world, the traditional Australian trifle recipe is among the most popular ones.
What are the Layers of Trifle?
Well, we have shared what Triffle is in terms of its origin and the type of food it is. But what does it really contain? Well, it is a colorful dessert with LOTS AND LOTS OF LAYERS. It includes layers of the following ingredients –
- Jelly
- Custard
- Vanilla Cake
- Sponge Cake Cubes
- Whipped Cream Mixed fruits
Now, you can keep or skip the part of fruit jelly. If you think making fruit jelly is difficult or if you don’t have readymade fruit jelly close to your hand, it’s worth trying. Readymade jelly packs contain gelatin. To make them at home, you’ll have to use agar agar. Since the process is time-consuming, you can skip the jelly and use only seasonal fruits.
Also, you can go ahead and set the jelly liquid in the pudding. But, this also is a time-consuming process, and you’ll have to refrigerate this entire mix for the jelly to rest and settle down. Again, it’ll become time-consuming.
So, that’s the nitty-gritty of all the components that go into a trifle. We have also shared a list of ingredients below to give you a quick heads up before you ready your ingredients for the grand preparation. Trifles are great for parties at home. It’s the perfect dessert to serve to your guests, and it’s quite easy to assemble, refrigerate, and serve.
Since we aren’t using sherry or any other type of alcohol to make this, you can serve this to kids on birthdays as well.
How To Make A Perfect Traditional Australian Trifle Recipe?
We are about to share the recipe here to make trifles without any additional hassle. Here we have used some of the store-bought ingredients that have been integrated well to create a traditional homemade Trifle.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of frozen pound cake.
- 1 large sliced banana.
- 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- 4 cups of strawberries.
- 1 cup blackberries.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- 1 package of vanilla pudding.
- 1 cup raspberries.
- 4 coconut macaroons.
Step 1: Choose The Right Vessel
Trifle is all about adding layer after layer. Ence, selecting the right vessel that supports the layers is necessary. In this case, gouging with a trifle bowl is the best bet. These bowls are made up of glass to show all the layers and are tall and deep to support multiple layers.
Some of these bowls come with a movable base that helps the Trifle push upward to show the layers to the audience.
Step 2: Start By Making A Sturdy Base
Like any other layered recipe, we will start with a sturdy base. Here, we will use the base to make sponge cake soaked in fruit juice. In place of fruit juice, you can use anything sweet, and if the party is only for adults, you can even use liquor.
Here, we have added strawberries to add moisture to the trifle base. We smashed the strawberries, mixed the sugar, and allowed them to sit for a couple of minutes. When you are using ingredients for the trifle base, selecting the right ingredient matters – the last thing you would like is for your Trifle to have a weak base.
Step 3: Now Add A Creamy layer
After putting down a base on which other things can be layered, add a layer of cream. The cream is perfect for creating a difference in the layers. You can use just anything in this step. Homemade custard, pudding, and cream are a few, to name a few.
If you want to go that extra mile with your soft layering, you can add flavors to the whipped cream and toppings.
Step 4: Drop Some Fresh Fruit
Once the creamy layers are all spread out, the next thing you need to do is add fresh fruits. Try to use seasonal fruits as they are juicier and add sweetness to your Trifle. Layer fresh fruits like strawberries, bananas, raspberries, blueberries, and whatever you can get your hands on. Just make sure that the fruits are cut evenly.
Step 5: Repeat
After adding the fruits, you can go back to step 3 and repeat the process. Again, take the liberty of adding as many layers as you want till you are satisfied. This is the step where you can show your creativity and enhance the representation of the Trifle.
Final Step
By the way, your traditional Australian trifle recipe is ready. But, if you want, you can add some additional toppings to make it more brimming. Take some whipped cream and add it to the top of the Trifle. Sprinkle some of the freshly cut fruits, and you are all set to go.
Serve The Trifle
Before serving a traditional Australian trifle recipe, chill it for not more than one hour. Though it can be served right away, as you are using ingredients that taste best when chilled out, keeping them in the refrigerator ensures that it enhances the taste.
While some trifles might be stiffer than others, depending on the types of ingredients used, you can use your spoon to cut them and have a piece for yourself.
FAQs
Despite being one of the easiest recipes to make, some people always have lingering queries. Therefore, we have put together a list of questions that are asked frequently.
Q1: What If I Do Not Have A Trifle Bowl?
A: Understandably, you will ask this question. If you do not have a trifle bowl or can’t get hold of one in the nearby store, you can simply use just any bowl. Just ensure that the brown has longer sides.
Here are a few examples:
- Ice bucket.
- Glass punch bowl.
- Mason jar.
Anything with high sides will do the trick. You just need a container that can contain the layers.
Q2: Can I Make Trifles A Day Before?
A: You can certainly do that. In fact, it will give your Trifle enough time to reach the point of perfect flavor mix. We recommend you to serve your Trifle anytime between 6 hours to 24 hours after it has been made. Store the Trifle in the refrigerator, tightly covered.
Here is a small tip for you. Restrict adding any topping at the time of storage. Instead, add topping just before serving. This will give your Trifle a freshly made look.
Q3: What Layers Can Be Added To Trifles?
A: There is no one way to get the perfect Trifle. Every individual has their own secret when it comes down to making trifles. However, we believe that the following layers bring the best out of trifles.
The layers are arranged from bottom to top.
- Cake.
- A moisture layer.
- Cream.
- Slice fruits.
- Repeat the process till you reach the top.
- Add cream and top it with fruits.
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