Save A festive, easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of sponge cake, creamy custard, fruit, and whipped cream, perfect for individual servings at holiday gatherings.
This recipe is a holiday favorite that I enjoy making with family because it brings colorful layers and festive flavors to the table.
Ingredients
- Sponge Layer: 300 g store-bought pound cake or sponge cake, cubed
- Fruit Layer: 250 g mixed berries (fresh or thawed from frozen), 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Custard Layer: 400 ml ready-made vanilla custard
- Whipped Cream: 250 ml heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted flaked almonds (optional), 2 tablespoons grated dark chocolate (optional), a few whole berries or mint leaves
Instructions
- Macerate Berries:
- In a bowl, toss the mixed berries with orange juice and set aside for 5 minutes to macerate.
- Whip Cream:
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble Layers:
- Place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of each serving glass.
- Add Berries:
- Spoon a layer of berries (with their juices) over the cake.
- Add Custard:
- Add a generous layer of vanilla custard on top of the berries.
- Repeat Layers:
- Repeat layers if your cups are tall, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
- Garnish Cups:
- Garnish each cup with flaked almonds, grated chocolate, and a few whole berries or mint leaves.
- Chill:
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.
Save This is a dessert that always brings smiles at family holiday celebrations and is fun to assemble together.
Required Tools
6 small serving glasses or cups, mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, spoon
Allergen Information
Contains milk, eggs, wheat, nuts (if using almonds). Check labels for gluten, dairy, and nut content if using store-bought cake or custard.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 per serving, Total Fat: 16 g, Carbohydrates: 45 g, Protein: 5 g
Save This dessert can be prepared ahead of time and is sure to impress with its festive layers and flavors.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use fresh or frozen berries for the fruit layer?
Yes, both fresh and thawed frozen mixed berries work well to provide a juicy, flavorful layer.
- → How long should the dessert chill before serving?
Chilling for at least 30 minutes allows flavors to meld and textures to set for a better tasting experience.
- → Are there alternatives to vanilla custard for this dessert?
Dairy-free custard or custard substitutes can be used to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising creaminess.
- → What garnishes complement this layered dessert?
Toasted flaked almonds, grated dark chocolate, and whole berries or fresh mint add both texture and visual appeal.
- → Can I prepare this dessert without baking?
Yes, using store-bought sponge or pound cake avoids baking and speeds up assembly.