New Years Fruit cake Trifle

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New Year’s Fruit Cake Trifle made with layers of leftover Christmas cake. A simple, no bake dessert perfect for celebrations.

New Years Fruit cake Trifle

Unexpected guessed arriving for New Years day? Quickly put together this easy and no bake trifle with what you have in the kitchen or with leftover Christmas fruit cake. This New Year’s Fruit Cake Trifle is a delicious way to transform leftover Christmas fruit cake into a show stopping dessert everyone will love. Layers of rich fruit cake are paired with silky custard, glossy chocolate ganache, fruity jellies, and bursts of sweet cherries for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s an easy, no bake recipe that can be assembled ahead of time, making it ideal for New Year’s lunch parties or relaxed holiday gatherings. Elegant yet effortless, this trifle is a festive centerpiece that turns leftovers into something truly special. Find more dessert ideas 👉Delicious No Bake Desserts.

FAQ’s and Tips

Can I use leftover Christmas fruit cake for this trifle?

Absolutely! Fruit cake is perfect for trifles because it holds its shape and absorbs flavors beautifully.

Does fruit cake need to be soaked before layering?

Not always. It depends if your fruit cake had already been soaked, but a light drizzle of juice, sherry, or coffee can soften drier cake and add extra flavor. But not necessary as there is custard added for a delicious tasty dessert.

Can I make this trifle ahead of time?

Yes, this trifle is ideal for making ahead. Especially for the jellies to set. But may be assembled on the day or night before or up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate to let the layers meld.

What custard works best for fruit cake trifle?

A thick vanilla custard works best so the layers stay defined and don’t become watery.

How long will fruit cake trifle keep in the fridge?

Stored covered, it will keep well for up to 2–3 days.

Tips for the Best Fruit Cake Trifle

• Cut the fruit cake into small cubes so it layers neatly and is easier to serve.
• Let the ganache cool slightly before adding it to prevent melting the custard or cream layers.
• Use good-quality dark chocolate for a richer, less overly sweet trifle.
• Chill before serving for at least 2 hours to help the layers set and flavors develop.
• Finish with cherries or shaved chocolate for a festive New Year’s look.
• Serve in clear glasses or bowls to show off those beautiful layers.

Ingredients for New Years Fruit cake Trifle

1. Christmas fruit cake (leftovers)
2. Jellies (red, green and yellow)
3. Full cream
4. Dark Chocolate
5. cherries
6. Caramel
7. cream cheese

How To make New Years Fruit cake Trifle

Unexpected guessed arriving for New Years day? Quickly put together this easy and no bake trifle with what you have in the kitchen or with leftover Christmas fruit cake.

• At the bottom is a layer dark chocolate ganache. Heat the cream until just steaming (don’t boil), pour over the chopped chocolate, let sit 2–3 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth. Let it cool slightly before layering so it doesn’t melt the custard or cream layers.
• Then cut cubes of Christmas cake loosely pack on top of the ganache. evenly.
• Then cubes of red, green and yellow jellies.(made the day before to set)
• Then dollops of caramels in between the blocks of jellies.
• Then I drizzled some bought box of Ultramel custard over the jellies and dollops of caramel.
• On top of the custard have put a mixture of cream and cream cheese. (see ingredients)
• This will give you a lightly sweet, smooth cream that’s easy to spread or pipe between trifle layers.
• Then I spread some more chocolate ganache over the cream.
• Then layer some more Christmas cake cubes
• Some more jellies.
• More custard and on top the cream and caramel rosettes with some chocolate ganache. Drizzle chocolate for decoration.
• Topped with a few fresh cherries. (or glazed)

• This New Year’s Fruit Cake Trifle is a delicious way to transform leftover Christmas fruit cake into a show stopping dessert everyone will love.

• It’s an easy, no-bake recipe that can be assembled ahead of time, making it ideal for New Year’s Eve parties or relaxed holiday gatherings. Elegant yet effortless, this trifle is a festive centerpiece that turns leftovers into something truly special.

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