Trifle with Custard and Berries
Trifle with Custard and Berries is a classic layered dessert originating from England, featuring sponge cake, custard, whipped cream, and fresh berries. It is typically assembled in a glass dish to showcase its colorful layers, often with a splash of sherry or fruit juice to moisten the cake.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat due to its sugar, cream, and custard content, with a moderate amount of protein from dairy. A typical serving provides around 350-450 calories, along with calcium from dairy and antioxidants from berries.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 IU |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, trifle has been a staple in British cuisine since the 18th century and is often served at celebrations. Nutritionally, the berries add fiber and vitamins, balancing the richness of the custard and cream.
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