Old Fashioned Irish Trifle

This simple to prepare desert is a standard for my wife's family. It is cool and refreshing and with fresh fruit, makes a great summer dessert or it can be made with canned fruit during the winter months. Our family usually makes a trifle for July Fourth and at the Christmas/New Year season.
Old Fashioned Irish Trifle
(Makes about 20 servings)
For the Vanilla Custard
Ingredients
4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter
4 eggs
½ cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Directions
Cook and stir milk, vanilla extract, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove mixture from heat before it comes to a boil.
Whisk eggs, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl with some milk until sugar dissolves.
Pour in the egg mixture slowly, set the saucepan back over low heat and whisking constantly, heat until custard thickens enough to coat the bottom of a spoon, 5 to 10 minutes.
Pour into a container and cover with plastic wrap so skin does not form. Cool then refrigerate overnight.
For the Trifle
Ingredients
1 pound cake (can use any cake you prefer)
1 large package of strawberry jello (makes 4 cups)
1 lb strawberries sliced (or can use canned fruit cocktail)
2 cups heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 package of unflavored gelatin
2 tbsp water
Directions
Cut the pound cake into 1-inch thick slices. Layer the cake into the bottom of a large glass bowl.
Prepare the jello according to the package instruction.
Pour the jello over the cake until all the cake is covered. Place into the refrigerator overnight to firm up.
Prepare the custard and allow it to cool in the refrigerator overnight.
Layer the sliced strawberries over the cake-jello layer.
Pour the custard on top of the strawberry layer. Refrigerate until the whipped cream is ready.
In a large chilled bowl, with chilled beaters, beat cream and sugar until it just starts to thicken.
Dissolve the gelatin in 1 tbsp water by microwaving for 30 seconds then stirring well. Allow it to cool.
Add gelatin and vanilla from the side of the bowl, and beat until stiff peaks form.
Layer or pipe the whipped cream onto the custard layer. Garnish with some fresh whole strawberries.

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  • @margaretporter6787
    @margaretporter67877 ай бұрын

    Here in Ireland we add some sherry to the cake .

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Certainly that's a good option but I was making this for the grand kids and didn't add alcohol.

  • @debradelarue9717
    @debradelarue97178 ай бұрын

    My grandma used to make this trifle using port wine every year for our huge family Xmas dinner. I miss those days.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    8 ай бұрын

    Family traditions are so important. It's worth the effort to keep them alive.

  • @carolinagal5494
    @carolinagal54947 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your excellent and easy custard recipe & instruction. 😋

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    My pleasure 😊

  • @lindaelizabethcole3675
    @lindaelizabethcole36757 ай бұрын

    How clever an egg slicer for the strawberries , top of the class !!! Mummy always finished hers with sliced almonds !!!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Sliced almonds are a great addition to this recipe!

  • @pronoun_dilemma
    @pronoun_dilemma Жыл бұрын

    I adore trifle. Lots of different versions out there, and I love all of them!!!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    With trifle, there's something for everyone.

  • @mamawesley1166
    @mamawesley1166 Жыл бұрын

    My family ate it all in one go! Very well made! Thank you! I remembered eating this when I was young, in Quebec it's called 'bagatelle'. My grand mother made this in the holydays. ❤

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome. I'm so happy that you enjoyed it.

  • @christodalno5586
    @christodalno558610 ай бұрын

    Your way of making video is clear, natural and sincere. I think these make you unique and I love it so much . Cheers from Thailand.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @travelsinmychair4140
    @travelsinmychair4140 Жыл бұрын

    took me back to my English childhood. I love Trifle and I will be making this, for sure. Thanks for the video.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @FirstLast-iv2tc
    @FirstLast-iv2tc2 жыл бұрын

    What a fun dessert! I'll be showing this to family members in hopes of someone making it!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope you get someone to make it, it's worth it!

  • @suzyjb2125
    @suzyjb2125 Жыл бұрын

    Looks delicious as well as beautifully presented. The strawberry slicing tip is appreciated. Well done!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊

  • @Bis-Nonnie
    @Bis-Nonnie2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, that looks SO good & pretty too!!👍

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😋

  • @Siriuslyyy
    @Siriuslyyy9 ай бұрын

    Finally a recipe that's alcohol free! Thank you!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    9 ай бұрын

    I often make this for children to eat too so I don't add add alcohol. It's always an option if you're having just adults.

  • @chilleats7024
    @chilleats70242 жыл бұрын

    This is such a cool channel, sharing your family traditional recipes, very well presented and clear so others can try this nice trifle! New sub.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @turbochargedsports6327
    @turbochargedsports6327 Жыл бұрын

    Looks YUMMY!! 😋 I can't wait to try the recipe. 🙂👍

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    Have fun!

  • @annemariehayes4557
    @annemariehayes45572 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve! Wow looks delicious. Your strawberry cutting tip will be life changing here at the Inn. Look forward to trying the trifle...Erin's favorite 😍. I just subscribed and look forward to watching more. Great idea! Anne Marie Hayes

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Anne Marie, thanks for subscribing and for your kind words. I hope Erin will enjoy the trifle, it really is very good! All the best.

  • @hussainanoordeen5754
    @hussainanoordeen57547 ай бұрын

    Your instructions are so clear and systematic. Super

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 🙂

  • @ClanMcStyle
    @ClanMcStyle Жыл бұрын

    Looks delicious, will give this recipe a try thank you

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure 😊

  • @koreanature
    @koreanature2 жыл бұрын

    It's a delightful video just to watch. It looks really delicious. Thank you for delivering my happiness. Have a nice day.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words! Have a nice day too!

  • @debbieweathersbee7029
    @debbieweathersbee7029 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure 😊

  • @vintagebabyseventythree6244
    @vintagebabyseventythree6244 Жыл бұрын

    Port wine jelly (jello) is quite good too. It replaces the traditional sherry that would’ve been used if you want a non alcoholic version.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    What a great idea! Thank you!

  • @Anvilarm07
    @Anvilarm076 ай бұрын

    That is the biggest triffle dish I have ever seen! But it looks delicious. I have never seen it totally made from scratch like that.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    6 ай бұрын

    Lol, the dishes come even bigger. Hope you enjoyed the video.

  • @anjaliray3292
    @anjaliray3292 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent 👌👌👍

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @Obsidian_Iris_
    @Obsidian_Iris_7 ай бұрын

    There’s a chain store called World Bazaar I believe (I hope it’s still in business), that has an international foods section that carries all kinds of things that used to be impossible to find (other than there) in the U.S. They carry Birds custard mix. They also carry go,den syrup, though I’ve seen that in some grocery stores.its worth going to peruse for all kinds of interesting foods wines, and beers from around the world.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this information. I have an UK import store nearby that I can often get grocery items from Ireland and the UK but it keeps a low inventory. I will look for the World Bazaar.

  • @lesliepressley118
    @lesliepressley1182 жыл бұрын

    Yum!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    2 жыл бұрын

    Leslie, it's really good! Give it a try.

  • @samanthafordyce5795
    @samanthafordyce5795 Жыл бұрын

    Jello makes a really tasty and easy *flan* mix. Any reason that couldn't be substituted for the custard? Or how about some of the pudding mixes they make? I ask because my cooking options are somewhat limited (I live on my boat and the galley isn't what you'd find ashore). Does anyone have any experience with these?

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    There are some box custard mixes available (Birds makes a good one) but I think you could also substitute a pudding mix and it would be great.

  • @seanconcannon7922
    @seanconcannon79227 ай бұрын

    Great recipe and the result looks awesome ....in some parts of Ireland we add some fruit to the cake layer then pour in the jelly and then when the jelly is starting to set we will add some more fruit so all the fruit doesn't sink to the bottom....my only question is...what purpose does adding the gelatine serve in the whipped cream at the end? Its not really needed and its not something we use here.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Great idea! The more fruit the better. The gelatin in the whip cream helps to stabilize it so it doesn't weep and break down. This is only important if the trifle won't be eaten entirely in one sitting (which is easy to do).

  • @seanconcannon7922

    @seanconcannon7922

    7 ай бұрын

    @@cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809 Thanks for the reply...Merry Xmas!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Merry Christmas to you too!@@seanconcannon7922

  • @patriciatreanor812
    @patriciatreanor8124 ай бұрын

    How do I get the amounts of each ingredient for the trifle recipe

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    4 ай бұрын

    The full recipe is in the description. To see the whole description click on the "... more" link.

  • @jeanperren6094
    @jeanperren60947 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. I re

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @jerrilynernsting903
    @jerrilynernsting90328 күн бұрын

    Try this trifle syrawberryfor all irish

  • @jerrilynernsting903

    @jerrilynernsting903

    28 күн бұрын

    Real so good😊😊

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    28 күн бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @jerrilynernsting903
    @jerrilynernsting90328 күн бұрын

    Try to make a irish strawberry trifle real good😊😊❤

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    28 күн бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @frimpongvanessa8274
    @frimpongvanessa8274 Жыл бұрын

    New trifle

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Жыл бұрын

    Simply delicious!

  • @natalyalande
    @natalyalande7 ай бұрын

    Bird’s custard is available on Amazon.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you, that's good to know. It would certainly save some time in preparing this recipe.

  • @sangeetabocki
    @sangeetabocki6 ай бұрын

    In terms of making it look good we can not part with the cardinal property of pudding which is a carbohydrate cooked with fat to a thick state and trifle (sounds like triple) pudding is basically a sponge cake ( carb) soaked with creamy custard (fat) and not jelly as jelly is water based, it has no fat. The third layer is water based which can be seasonal fruits or jelly. Whipped Cream and other toppings like chocolate or dried nuts are purely liking based which could be opted out. But these three layers, incorporated well within each other,are necessary for trifle pudding. kzread.info/dash/bejne/iY1opciKptrSqco.htmlsi=txLbFFDD-B5Y_o8L this is the old fashioned trifle recipe.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing this.

  • @sangeetabocki

    @sangeetabocki

    6 ай бұрын

    @@cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809 do try, you have a similar looking serving bowl as well.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    6 ай бұрын

    I think the bowl is great, it makes it look elegant.@@sangeetabocki

  • @sangeetabocki

    @sangeetabocki

    6 ай бұрын

    @@cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809 absolutely, iam going to buy one this summer. Other than the looks this round dish also places everything equally as compared to the ones with the narrow bottoms and wider brims.

  • @roxyhare4040
    @roxyhare40407 ай бұрын

    Blablablabla🙈🙀

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    lol, yadda yadda yadda

  • @sarahmughal5615
    @sarahmughal56157 ай бұрын

    Your recipe is very good but your custard looked extremely lumpy. Don’t know if it’s normal or not. But it should be smooth. Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙏🏻

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    The custard is lumpy but since it is going in a trifle with all the other ingredients you can't detect the lumps so I don't worry about it. If you want to make custard smooth all you have to do is pass it through a sieve and that will remove the lumps. Thank you for your comment.

  • @vickihandel3620
    @vickihandel36207 ай бұрын

    I’ve never had a recipe using alcohol?? Maybe in the long past alcohol was used to help prevent spoilage? We’ve only used a custard recipe without alcohol for years . However, either method would be good. If the alcohol is cooked in the custard, the alcohol is cooked out.

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    7 ай бұрын

    In Ireland I've had trifle that had the alcohol soaked into the cake part of the trifle. Definitely an adult dessert then.

  • @hallstewart
    @hallstewartАй бұрын

    No whisky, no sherry, too much sugar and custard made with egg white and milk instead yolk-only and boiled cream!!!

  • @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    @cookingwithlovefamilytradi8809

    Ай бұрын

    Alcohol was omitted because the trifle was being served to children but you can always add it if you wish. This version of custard is light but still creamy. It's perfect for a trifle. Give it a try.