Description
A delightful and classic layered dessert that showcases an array of textures and flavors, featuring sponge cake, custard, fruit, and whipped cream.
Ingredients
- Sponge cake or ladyfingers
- Custard
- Fruit (e.g., strawberries, bananas, or raspberries)
- Jelly (gelatin)
- Whipped cream
- Almonds or other nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the jelly according to package instructions and set it in the fridge to cool and set.
- Make the custard using your preferred recipe or instant custard mix. Allow it to cool.
- Cut the sponge cake or ladyfingers into pieces and layer them in a serving dish. Add a layer of the prepared jelly over the cake.
- Top with a layer of fruit, such as strawberries or bananas. Pour the cooled custard over the fruit layer.
- Add another layer of sponge cake or ladyfingers, followed by more jelly, fruit, and custard if desired.
- Finish with a generous layer of whipped cream on top. Garnish with sliced almonds or nuts if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh, seasonal fruits. Chill overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg