Tipsy Cake (Trifle) – 1950’s

Tipsy Cake, also known as Trifle, is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed since the 16th century. It gained popularity in the 1950’s as a retro dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 270 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.

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Tipsy Cake (Trifle) – 1950’s

Cooking Method: Assembly Cuisine: British Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 slices Sponge Cake
• 1 cup Sherry
• 2 cups Custard
• 2 cups Whipped Cream
• 2 cups Mixed Berries
• 4 tablespoons Toasted Almonds

Instructions

1. Cut the sponge cake into slices.
2. Soak the slices in sherry.
3. Layer the soaked cake slices in a trifle dish.
4. Pour custard over the cake slices.
5. Add a layer of mixed berries.
6. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
7. Top with whipped cream.
8. Sprinkle with toasted almonds.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
10. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.