Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe

• After draining the pears and reserving the juice, slice the fruit into small pieces.
• Slice the trifle sponges in half and place the strawberry jam in the middle of each half.
• Transfer the sherry into a jug and top it off with 150ml of preserved pear juice.
• Should you choose not to include sherry in your trifle, use all 150ml of pear juice.
• Half of the chopped pears should be poured into the bottom of a glass serving dish that is about 20 cm in diameter and 6 cm deep.
• After mounding half of the trifle sponges on top, add the remaining pears and sponges to the top to finish.
• Sprinkle the ratafias on top and then evenly drizzle with the sherry and pear juice combination.
• Carefully pour the custard over the top. Whisk the cream until it just holds its shape and then drizzle it over the custard.
• Serve cold. Sprinkle with the toasted flaked almonds right before serving.

How To Serve Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe?

Serve this recipe for Mary Berry Pear Trifle with bowls of homemade ice cream, or dip them in melted chocolate and crushed candy for a semi-homemade treat.

What To Serve With Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe?

Allow this Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe to chill until ready to serve. Garnish with peeled orange zest, roasted almonds, gingerbread men, and sprinkled nutmeg before serving.

Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe Variations

It should go without saying that there are many ways to personalise this easy Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe. with instance, you may swap out the vanilla custard with banana custard. Chocolate cake or grated dark or white chocolate can be used as garnish for the trifle. It is possible to make several thin layers.
Use one layer of each ingredient, though if your bowl is really large, you may use more. Other options include using different kinds of cookies or covering the trifle with cranberry sauce.
Sprinkle chopped dark chocolate on top for crunch. On the other hand, some roasted nuts would be delicious.

• Although toasted flaked almonds are now readily available, if you must toast them yourself, place them in a dry pan over medium heat on the stovetop. They can burn quickly, so move them around with a wooden spoon and keep an eye on them like a hawk.
• Because the flavors have time to meld, this dessert is best made the day before. Store in the refrigerator. Shortly before serving, scatter over the almonds.

How To Store Leftover Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe?

We suggest serving the trifle four to twenty-four hours after it is prepared. For the best presentation, however, save the topping layer of whipped cream until shortly before serving. Make sure your trifle is covered tightly and kept in the refrigerator. A well cared-for trifle ought to last for three days.

Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe

Mary Berry Pear Trifle Ingredients

• Pears in natural juice: 1 x 400 grams’ can
• Trifle sponges: 1 packet, containing 8 sponges
• Strawberry jam: 100 grams
• Medium dry sherry: 75 ml
• Ratafia biscuits: about 10, or broken almond biscuits (macaroons)
• Good-quality fresh vanilla custard: 600 ml
• Double cream: 300 ml
• Flaked almonds, lightly toasted: 25 grams

Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe Instructions

Step 1: Slice the fruit into small pieces after draining the pears and saving the juice.

Step 2: After cutting the trifle sponges in half, sandwich the strawberry jam between them. Pour the sherry into a jug, adding enough conserved pear juice to make up to 150ml.

Step 3: Use the entire 150ml of pear juice if you don’t want sherry in your trifle.

Step 4: Fill the bottom of a glass serving dish with half of the chopped pears; the dish should be about 20 cm in diameter and 6 cm deep.

 

 

Step 5: Spoon half of the trifle sponges over the top, followed by the remaining pears and the remaining sponges to finish. Evenly drizzle the sherry and pear juice mixture over the top after scattering the ratafias on top.

Step 6: Pour the custard over the top very carefully. Gently whisk the cream until it only retains its form, then gently spoon it across the custard. Flutter or smooth the surface.

Step 7: Serve cold. Just before serving, sprinkle with the toasted flaked almonds.

Mary Berry Pear Trifle Recipe Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 244 kcal
• Protein: 5 grams
• Fat: 10 grams
• Fiber: 0.6 grams
• Sodium: 261 mg
• Sugar: 23 grams
• Carbohydrate: 34 grams
• Cholesterol: 91 mg
• Saturated Fat: 6 grams
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.1 grams
• Trans Fat: 0.7 gram

NOTES

• Nutrition values are an estimate only.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Make My Trifle Thicker?

If you’re using powdered custard, add a little extra powder to give your custard a little thicker consistency. Let the custard cool somewhat before covering the jelly base with it.

Why Does My Trifle Go Watery?

Starting your custard while your jelly is still setting is preferable. Set the jelly the night before so that the custard has ample time to cool after cooking. You cannot make your trifle if the custard is still hot because your jelly will melt and turn into a soggy mess.

How Can The Peel On The Custard For A Trifle Be Prevented?

To stop skin from forming while the custard cools, cover its surface right away with cling film.

What Is The Shelf Life Of Handmade Trifle?

Trifles can be made using a variety of components, including fruit, sponge cake, custard, and cream. Homemade: It typically keeps for three days when prepared with fresh ingredients. Purchased from a store: Contains preservatives to extend shelf life compared to homemade substitutes.

Conclusion

Experience layers upon layers of pure indulgence with this recipe for Mary Berry Pear Trifle! Rich pear slices, creamy custard, fluffy sponge cake, and a dollop of whipped cream accentuate the elegance of a handcrafted dessert.