This is the BEST and simplest plum cake trifle you will ever make! With just a few ingredients, it's an easy and delicious dessert that will please everyone in your family! If you're looking for the perfect way to show off your dessert cooking skills, then this is the recipe for you! This trifle is delicious, easy to make, and perfect for a special occasion or just a simple night in. So what are you waiting for? Trifle with Plum Cake today!
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A failed Social media influencer?
I'm pleased with some of the choices I made this year. During the lockdown, I decided to dedicate more time to my blog, YouTube channel, and other social media, rather than focusing on networking. Juggling a full-time job as an ESG specialist, managing my family, spending time with my daughters (one human and two dogs), and finding extra quality time with my partner makes managing my schedule quite difficult. I realized that the only way I could fit in networking would be by sacrificing time I spend creating content, watching TV, or reading. This made me question if it was truly worth it.
Around the start of this year, I asked myself if I truly needed to pursue networking or spend time with people I didn't particularly enjoy. I came to the conclusion that I don't really need to socialize in that way. I had done it for over eight years. Was it beneficial? I did learn a few things, especially what to avoid. Now I understand that networking can be beneficial for some individuals.
I no longer fit in with everyone else; I guess I'm a misfit. Luckily, I've finally found my Nevermore again!
It took me eight years to reach this understanding, and now I feel a sense of peace, a kind of detachment. So far, it's working well. Apart from my close friends and family, no one bothers me, and I don't bother them either. This is the kind of cleanse I've longed for. It came at a cost: a "tumor" I call social media influencers, the well-known figures of social media. I'm happy now in my own small world, living life naturally. Please don't think I'm criticizing the world of influencing; I'm not. It's just something I no longer desire.
You can call me a snob or a failed social media influencer; I truly don't mind. However, this is who I am, and this is Debjanir Rannaghar, my blog where I write recipes. I suppose it's time to get back to the recipes!
Ending 2022 with a perfect dessert recipe- Plum Cake Trifle
This Plum Cake Trifle Recipe is probably my 2022s last one on this blog. You will get to see new recipes in 2023 for sure, if God is willing, from my end. Considering it is 29 December today, I don't think I will have time to come up with another recipe or two this year.
What is Plum Cake Trifle?
When do you call a trifle Plum Cake Trifle? Simple... When you use plum cake as the base while making the people-pleasing layered dessert.
Well, Trifle is a family favorite, and I specifically love to make it, considering the process is super easy. It is just a matter of layering the ingredients and voila. This particular variety of Trifle with plum cake is something I make for New Year's dinner spread. The leftover cakes from Christmas turned into a big batch of trifle and also rum balls. For Pasta, I make non-alcoholic versions. Though my little lady once in a while demands the alcoholic versions.
Trifle with Plum Cake Recipe Video
If you're looking for the best plum cake trifle recipe around, look no further! In this video, I'll show you how to make the perfect trifle, step by step. This recipe is easy to follow and will leave you happy every time you eat it!
Christmas Plumcake Trifle - Steps!
Time needed: 20 minutes
Trifle is a famous layered English Dessert. Mostly cake, custard, cream, jam, and seasonal fruits are used in making this chilled dessert. The word Trifle stands for something of little importance. This dessert is characterized by the layering of easily available ingredients. Here are the details of the layers I prefer.
- Plum Cake Layer
Nutty, Boozy Plum cake makes the first layer perfect.
- Booze layer
A must while making a trifle; I actually make two batches; one with alcohol and another without it.
- Jam Layer
Use your imagination; utilize your stock. I prefer to use homemade seasonal jam for this layer.
- Custard layer
A thick layer of rich custard makes the Trifle perfect. For the eggless version, I use custard powder to make the custard, and for the egg version, I use authentic custard prepared with Egg.
- Fruit layer
Go seasonal. I do. In winter, I prefer using a choice of berries and grapes.
- Cream Layer
A soft-pick layer of whipped cream makes the Plum Cake Trifle almost complete.
- Some more layers
Be creative, my friend!
Plum Cake Trifle, a perfect dessert for a New Year's Party
Well, I mostly use leftover Plum Cake from the Christmas batch to make this dessert 😛 . A classic dessert with a twist that is sure to please, this trifle recipe is delicious and easy to make. Made with layers of rich plum cake and creamy custard, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.
If you're looking for the perfect way to impress your guests, then this is the trifle for you! Not only is it delicious, but it's also very sophisticated and stylish. I'll show you how to make the perfect trifle, step by step, and you'll be able to enjoy it in no time at all!
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Plum Cake Trifle | Trifle Recipe
A classic dessert that is sure to please, this plum cake trifle recipe is delicious and easy to make. Made with layers of rich plum cake and creamy custard, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For Cake Layer
- 1 Pound Plum Cake
For Booze Layer
- 90 ml Brandy
For Jam Layer
- 75 g Strawberry Jam
To make the Custard
- 800 ml Full-cream Milk
- 3 tablespoon Custard Powder
- 4 tablespoon Sugar
For Fruit Layer
- 100 g Strawberries
- 200 g Blueberries
- 20 Grapes
- 50 g Tutti Frutti
For Cream Layer
- 300 ml Whipped cream
Instructions
To make the custard
- Custard makes the 5th layer of the Trifle. However, as we need it at room temperature or better chilled, we need to make it first.
- I used Custard powder to make the custard.
- You can use eggs to make authentic custard though!
- Take 3 tablespoon Vanilla Custard Powder in a bowl.
- Add 1 cup of Warm Milk and mix to make the mixture.
- We need the custard for the trifle to be thick, and hence, you need to use custard powder wisely (3 tablespoon for 750ml of milk).
- Now bring 750ml full-cream milk to boil.
- Add 4 tablespoon Sugar to it and let it mix.
- Now add the custard mix and mix thoroughly.
- Cook on slow flame for 5 minutes.
- Mix vigorously so that there's no lump.
- Let it cook for a minute on a slow flame and switch the flame off.
- Let the Vanilla custard come to room temperature.'
- I prefer to have the custard chilled while layering it for the Trifle.
Cake Layer
- Cut a 1-pound Plum Cake into small pieces.
- Take a Trifle bowl and layer the cake.
- The cake will make the base of the Trifle.
Booze Layer
- Pour the brandy to coat each piece of cake.
- For Non-alcoholic Trifle, instead of brandy, use orange juice.
Jam Layer
- In this recipe for Christmas Trifle, I have used some homemade Strawberry Jam for the next layer.
- Spread the jam over the cake pieces wisely.
- This layer is very important to balance the flavors.
Custard Layer
- Now, pour the chilled custard over the jam layer and spread it properly.
- The custard must be at room temperature or better chilled.
- Check the consistency of the Custard. Do not use runny custard in a trifle.
Fruit Layer 1
- Here I must mention that I keep the trifle in the refrigerator before adding the fruits to set the custard. This takes around 30 minutes.
- The next layer has fruits!
- Layer the trifle with seasonal fruits.
- I have used Strawberries, blueberries, and Grapes.
- Cut them into small pieces.
- Layer the fruits over the custard layer.
Cream Layer
- Now take 300ml whipped cream (chilled) in a bowl.
- Use a hand blender and whip till a soft peak forms.
- The whipped cream I have used already has sugar.
- If you are using cream without sugar, add 3 tablespoon of caster sugar while whipping it.
- Layer the trifle with the cream.
- Pour and level the whipped cream properly.
- Once done, refrigerate for 15 minutes before final decoration.
- Now decorate the trifle with fruits.
Final Layer / Decoration
- I use seasonal fruits, tutti frutti for this.
- Use your creativity while decorating the trifle. I am not very creative. I use the simplest way possible.
- Along with Strawberries and Blueberries, I have used some homemade Tutti frutti.
- You can make tutti frutti following my recipe, or you can buy those.
- Once the decoration is done, let the Plum cake Trifle chill in the refrigerator before serving.
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Notes
- Instead of plum cake, you can use other cakes as well.
- You can use canned fruits as well instead of fresh fruits.
- I used custard powder to make the custard. You can use eggs and flour to make it authentically.
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About Debjani Chatterjee Alam
I am Debjani Chatterjee Alam. A CSR specialist by profession and a food writer, food blogger, and food photographer as well. I live in Kolkata along with my Husband Mehebub who is an architect by profession, my daughter Pasta, and also my dog daughters Coffee and Luchi.
Trilto says
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Debjani says
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