Real English Christmas Trifle for 20 Recipe

How to make it

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• Prepare cake according to directions on package.
• Let cool completely.
• Prepare custard or pudding mix according to package instructions. Let cool completely.
• Mix fruit with sherry.
• If you don't want to use alcohol, use a little water or juice instead.
• You want the fruit to be sitting, but not swimming, in a bit of sweetened juice.
• Dissolve gelatin in a Tbsp. of boiling water and beat into the whipping cream as you whip the cream.
• To assemble:
• Trifle is very forgiving, it takes no effort to make it looks great!
• If you don't have a trifle bowl, like the one in the photo,use any large glass bowl.
• It doesn't technically have to be glass, but it looks prettier if it is.
• You can also make individual servings by placing the layers into large wine goblets.
• Cut the cakes into large chunks and spread with jam.
• Cover the bottom of your dish with a layer of cake.
• Top with a layer of prepared fruit, then a layer of custard.
• Repeat the process until you are out of ingredients or the bowl is full.
• Pipe or spoon whipped cream onto the top and garnish with fresh fruit.
• Chill until serving time. Simply scoop out servings with a large spoon.
• Can be made early in the day or the night before. Serves 15-20.
• You may not get this many servings if it is a huge hit...and it usually is. Many asked for seconds.