🎄 Mascarpone Custard Trifle: A Festive Christmas Dessert to Impress 🍓✨

Make your Christmas celebration extra special with this stunning Mascarpone Custard Trifle. Layered with fluffy sponge cake, creamy mascarpone custard, fruity jelly, and vibrant berries, it’s the perfect blend of elegance and indulgence. Not only is this dessert visually striking, but it’s also easy to prepare ahead of time, making it a stress-free showstopper for your holiday table! 🎅❄️

Ingredients (Serves 16):

• 1 packet raspberry jelly
• 500 ml boiling water
• 2 x 200 g mascarpone pouches
• 2 cups vanilla custard
• 700 g plain sponge cake
• 1/2 cup sherry or orange juice (for a family-friendly option)
• 125 g fresh blueberries
• 500 g assorted berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries; fresh or frozen)
• Optional: whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

🎅 Step 1: Prepare the Jelly

• Prepare the jelly at least 6 hours before assembling or the night before.
• Dissolve the jelly crystals in boiling water, stirring until fully combined.
• Pour into a shallow dish (around 23 cm square), let it cool, and refrigerate until set.

🎅 Step 2: Prep the Sponge cake and the Custard

• Cut two layers of sponge cake slightly smaller than your trifle bowl using the bowl as a guide. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk the mascarpone and vanilla custard together until smooth and lump-free.

🎅 Step 3: Assemble the Trifle

1. Slice the set jelly into 1–2 cm chunks.
2. Place one layer of sponge cake in the bottom of the trifle bowl and drizzle with 1/4 cup of orange juice or sherry.
3. Spread half of the mascarpone custard mixture evenly over the sponge.
4. Scatter half the jelly chunks over the custard, followed by half of the assorted berries.
5. Repeat the layers with the second piece of sponge, juice, mascarpone custard, jelly, and berries.
6. Decorate the top with a handful of whole berries or sprigs of fresh mint for a festive touch.

🎅 Step 4: Chill and Serve

• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Just before serving, top with whipped cream or offer it on the side for extra indulgence.

Tips for the Perfect Christmas Trifle:

• Add a sprinkle of edible glitter or crushed candy canes for a magical holiday sparkle! ✨
• Incorporate seasonal fruits like pomegranate seeds or cranberries for a festive twist.
• For an extra layer of flavor, brush the sponge with a light orange syrup before assembling.

This Mascarpone Custard Trifle is a festive masterpiece that will have your guests asking for seconds (and the recipe!). Whether it’s the grand finale to Christmas dinner or a centerpiece at your holiday party, this dessert will bring joy to everyone at the table. 🎄❤️

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