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Ingredients:
- For the layers:
- 1 pound (450g) mixed fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple, kiwi, or mango)
- 1 package (14 oz) sponge cake or ladyfingers (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fruit juice (orange juice, apple juice, or a light syrup)
- For the custard layer:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the whipped cream layer:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the custard layer:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and sugar over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until it thickens and starts to boil.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the custard cool to room temperature, then cover it and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
2. Prepare the whipped cream layer:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Be careful not to overwhip, as it may turn into butter.
3. Assemble the trifle:
- In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, start with a layer of sponge cake or ladyfingers at the bottom. If using ladyfingers, you can lightly dip them in fruit juice or syrup to soften them.
- Add a layer of mixed fresh fruit on top of the cake.
- Spread a layer of the cooled custard over the fruit, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the custard.
- Repeat the layers (cake, fruit, custard, whipped cream) until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
4. Garnish:
- Top the trifle with extra fresh fruit or a few mint leaves for garnish.
- For added texture and flavor, you can sprinkle some crushed nuts, chocolate shavings, or granola on top.
5. Chill and Serve:
- Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled, scooping out the layers into individual servings.