Cranberry Orange Trifle

Layered with zesty orange sponge, tart cranberry compote, and creamy vanilla custard, this trifle is a delightful burst of holiday flavors. Topped with whipped cream and sugared cranberries, it’s both elegant and delicious.

Prep time: 1 hour
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 8

Ingredients

For the Orange Sponge:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

Zest of 2 oranges

1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cranberry Compote:

2 cups fresh cranberries

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup water

For the Vanilla Custard:

3 cups whole milk

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup cornstarch

4 large egg yolks

2 tsp vanilla extract

For Topping:

1 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp powdered sugar

1/2 cup sugared cranberries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.

4. Mix in orange zest, juice, and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

6. For the compote, combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens. Cool.

7. For the custard, heat milk in a saucepan. In a bowl, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Gradually whisk in hot milk, return to saucepan, and cook until thickened. Stir in vanilla. Cool.

8. To assemble, cut sponge into cubes. Layer sponge, compote, and custard in a trifle dish, repeating layers.

9. Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over the top of the trifle. Garnish with sugared cranberries.

10. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Best served chilled, do not reheat.

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