Cherry trifle
Tips
One of the most important parts of making these cherry trifles is the layering. Make sure that the layers are distributed with care so that every spoonful comes with the right amount of macaroons, cherry, mousse, and whipped cream. A neat trick is to allow each layer to set slightly before moving on to the next.
Tips
Using a sherry to complement the flavours from the fruit and macaroons is a great choice – just note that different types of sherry have different tastes and flavours. A medium-dry or medium-sweet is a good place to start. Then, the next time you want to make a cherry trifle, you can try another type to experiment with the flavour notes.
Questions about cherry trifle
Do you have any questions on how to make a cherry trifle? Below, we have gathered the answers to the most frequently asked question so that your delicious dessert-making goes as smoothly as possible.
Ingredients
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Of gelatine
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3 Leaves |
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Macaroon
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50 g |
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Sherry
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1½ tbsp |
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Preserved cherries
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150 g |
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Kefir, or cultured milk
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½ l |
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Sugar
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3 tbsp |
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Double cream
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250 ml |
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Cherry juice
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50 ml |
Cherry trifle – enjoy the summer season's sweet and sour taste
Under the warm summer sun, what better treat to enjoy than a fresh and easy-to-make cherry trifle? The summer season demands desserts that taste extraordinary and is filled with the season’s flavours, and the sweet and sour taste of this dessert seems tailor-made for such occasions. Beautiful flavour bombs from the berries bring fruity delights, imparting the dessert with both sweetness as well as sour notes.
Crunchy macaroons, juicy cherries, velvety mousse, and fluffy whipped cream
Our cherry trifle is made with beautiful layers of delicate colours, making for an incomparably good-looking dessert. Every layer has a purpose in terms of flavour and texture, ensuring that every spoonful is filled with perfectly balanced deliciousness. With crunchy macaroons, the base is sure to be sweet and slightly crunchy and chewy, while also absorbing the lovely juices that trickle down from the sherry and preserved cherries. Every scoop will be crunchy, mildly moist, and with rich, potent cherry flavours.
The base is very rich with flavours, and as a counterbalance, the velvety mousse helps transform every bite into a light but flavour-strong mouthful. The pillow-light, fluffy whipped cream tops off the dessert and elevates it to nothing short of a heavenly summer experience.
Infuse macaroons and cherries with sherry for a sophisticated touch
Adding sherry to the mix adds a whole set of incredible nuances, because not only does it have great flavour itself, but infusing the macaroons and cherries with it gives the whole dessert a sophisticated touch. The macaroons will see their natural flavours enhanced with the added complexity of caramel or almond. In the same way, sherry-infused cherries will boost the already strong sweet and sour flavours. The taste combination makes for an overall deep and rich dessert for everyone to enjoy.
Serve a light yet intense and rich summer dessert
With an irresistible cherry trifle like this, you can serve a light yet intense and rich summer dessert to dazzle everyone at your summer get-together! The beautiful glasses of cherry goodness are easy to make and easy to serve, allowing you to make as many as you see fit for the occasion. The dessert packs a powerful punch when it comes to taste, but it is light, creamy, and full of summer flavours, which is exactly what you need for a summer dessert.
Are you looking for other light but rich summer desserts? Try a batch of easy-to-make strawberry tartlets with chopped chocolate and beautiful berries on top. Or pack a picnic basket full of delicious blueberry muffins! Either way will ensure a great-tasting treat for whenever you feel the need!
Add a personal touch to your cherry trifle
To switch things up, try adding other fruits or berries to the cherries. Preserved peaches or fresh blueberries and raspberries can easily give the dessert the twist you are looking for. In the same vein, sherry can be substituted with other liquors like port or brandy. Brandy and cherries are a classic pairing, but if you go with the combination just know that brandy is generally sweeter, which means that you should be mindful of the level of sweetness.
Or you can chop up some almonds or walnuts as a garnish, giving the dessert some lovely nutty undertones and a great chunky texture. For a sweeter touch, grated white or dark chocolate adds a wonderful richness on top that is also nice to look at.
