Strawberry trifle with clotted cream

A strawberry trifle with clotted cream sounds divine! Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:

Ingredients

For the Strawberry Layer:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Cake Layer:

• 1 pound cake or sponge cake, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup brandy or sherry (optional)

For the Cream Layer:

• 1 cup clotted cream
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish:

• Fresh strawberries
• Mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Strawberries:
   • In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for about 30 minutes to macerate, allowing the flavors to meld and the strawberries to release their juices.
2. Prepare the Cream Layer:
   • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
   • Gently fold in the clotted cream until well combined and smooth.
3. Assemble the Trifle:
   • In a large trifle dish or individual glasses, start with a layer of cake cubes. If using, drizzle the cake with brandy or sherry.
   • Spoon a layer of strawberries and their juices over the cake.
   • Add a generous layer of the clotted cream mixture on top.
4. Repeat Layers:
   • Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of clotted cream mixture.
5. Chill and Garnish:
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
   • Before serving, garnish with fresh strawberries and mint leaves if desired.

Enjoy your delicious strawberry trifle!