Gluten-free English trifle with red berries

trifle dessert for festive occasions. It consists of several layers: sponge cake, custard, fruit, and whipped cream. It always looks impressive presented in a glass bowl. This gluten-free version retains the traditional richness and texture while accommodating specific dietary needs. Ideal for adding an elegant and indulgent touch to your holiday table.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Total time 35 minutes

Cooking method: Traditional

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Special diet: suitable for gluten-free diet

Ingredients

For the gluten-free sponge cake:
4 eggs (yolks and whites separated and at room temperature)
120 g of sugar
70 g rice flour
50 g cornstarch
1/2 tsp gluten-free baking powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the rest of the trifle:
500 ml of pastry cream (see recipe in "preparation")
300g of red berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
200 ml of whipped cream
100 ml of orange juice or sweet wine
For the fruit syrup
150g of red berries
2 tablespoons of sugar
Lemon zest for garnish (optional)
slivered toasted almonds

Preparation

1
Preparing the sponge cake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Beat the egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla. Gently fold in the sifted gluten-free flour and baking powder.
2
Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the first third of the egg whites, then the rest.
3
Pour the batter into a baking pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool before cutting into cubes.
4
Preparation of the fruit syrup: Heat the fruit (fresh or frozen) in a saucepan with the sugar for 5 minutes.
5
Assembling the trifle: Place a layer of sponge cake in the bottom of a large glass bowl. Lightly soak it with orange juice or sweet wine. Add a tablespoon of fruit syrup, a layer of fresh fruit, flaked almonds, followed by a layer of pastry cream . Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
6
Finishing: Top with additional fruit, almonds, and lemon zest. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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