Ingredients and Weight:
- 300g sponge cake (crumbled)
- 2 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 package (3.5oz) fresh strawberries
- 1 can (12oz) whipped topping or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (includes cooking time)
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes (for lemon juice and sugar)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a small pot, bring lemon juice and sugar to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine crumbled sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and lemon zest.
- Pour the cooled lemon juice mixture over the cake mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- To assemble, layer the cake mixture in a trifle dish or a large glass bowl.
- Top with whipped topping or heavy cream and dust with powdered sugar (if desired).
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approx. 400 calories per serving (depending on the type of cream used)
Fat: Approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 50g
Protein: Approx. 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert, Lemon Trifle is a refreshing and creamy dessert with a tangy lemon flavor.
- The combination of crumbled sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and lemon juice creates a unique and delicious flavor profile.
- It is a light dessert that can be served as a special treat or as a summer dessert.
User Comments:
- "This Lemon Trifle is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect." - John Doe
- "The trifle was refreshing and not too sweet, perfect for a summer dessert." - Jane Smith
- "I loved the combination of strawberries and lemon in this dessert." - Emily Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh strawberries for best results. If fresh strawberries are not available, you can use frozen ones.
- Make sure to let the lemon juice mixture cool before combining with the cake mixture to prevent the cake from getting soggy.
- For a smoother and more creamy texture, use heavy cream instead of whipped topping.
