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Trifle

A classic layered dessert with moist cake, fresh strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, topped with white chocolate shavings.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
5g
Trifle
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Ingredients

  • 200 g sponge cake
  • 300 g strawberries
  • 240 ml heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 50 g white chocolate

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the sponge cake into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

  2. 2

    Hull and slice the strawberries; reserve a few whole for garnish.

  3. 3

    Whip the cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

  4. 4

    Layer cake cubes and strawberries in a glass dish, repeating twice.

  5. 5

    Spread the whipped cream over the top layer evenly.

  6. 6

    Shave the white chocolate and sprinkle over the cream.

  7. 7

    Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • glass serving dish
  • knife
  • cutting board

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