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Harry Potter's Magical English Trifle

A colorful layered dessert inspired by Harry Potter, combining cake, jelly, custard, fruit, and whipped cream for a whimsical treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Party, Snack
Cuisine: English, Wizard-Themed
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Layer
  • 1 cup sponge cake cubes
Jelly Layer
  • 1 package flavored gelatin prepared as directed
Custard Layer
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 egg yolks large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit Layer
  • 1 cup mixed berries
Whipped Cream Layer
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Magical Touch
  • chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or edible glitter

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Glass trifle bowl or cups

Method
 

  1. Prepare jelly according to package instructions, chill until set, cut into cubes.
  2. Make custard: heat milk, whisk egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch. Combine and cook until thickened. Add vanilla. Cool slightly.
  3. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  4. Layer in trifle bowl or cups: cake cubes, jelly cubes, custard, fruit, whipped cream. Repeat as desired.
  5. Decorate with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or edible glitter.
  6. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy the whimsical layers.

Notes

Store refrigerated up to 2 days. Perfect for themed parties, Harry Potter nights, or fun family desserts.