Trifle

Trifle is a classic English dessert composed of layers of sponge cake or ladyfingers soaked in sherry or fruit juice, custard, whipped cream, and fresh fruit or jelly. It's traditionally served in a large glass bowl to showcase its colorful, layered structure.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a carbohydrate and fat-rich dessert, primarily from the cake, sugar, cream, and custard. A typical serving provides a good amount of calcium and some vitamins from the fruit, with a calorie range of roughly 300-500 per portion depending on size and recipe.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	150 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg
Phosphorus	100 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The trifle's elegant presentation in a glass bowl was historically a way to display a household's wealth and the skill of the cook. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a 'celebration food,' combining multiple indulgent ingredients into one festive centerpiece.