Festive Orange & White Chocolate Trifle

Christmas Trifle Recipe

Category: Desserts
Servings: 8

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the mold:
   Begin by lining a 30 cm loaf pan with plastic wrap, ensuring the sides and bottom are well covered for easy removal later. This will serve as the base for your festive dessert.

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2. Whip the cream:
   Pour the fresh heavy cream into a mixing bowl and add the powdered sugar. Whip the mixture until stiff peaks form. Once whipped, divide the cream into two equal portions: one will be used immediately for the filling, and the other should be kept in the fridge for decoration later.

3. Layer the trifle:
   Begin assembling your trifle by laying 6 savoiardi biscuits in the bottom of the prepared mold. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush each biscuit with freshly squeezed orange juice to infuse a subtle citrus flavor.

4. Add the filling:
   Spread a layer of whipped cream on top of the savoiardi. Sprinkle a generous amount of chopped candied orange peel over the cream to add a delightful festive flavor. Continue layering with another round of savoiardi biscuits, repeating the process of brushing with orange juice and adding more whipped cream, candied peel, and white chocolate chips.

5. Finish with a final layer:
   For the top layer, arrange a final set of savoiardi biscuits, brushing them once again with the orange juice. Cover the entire dessert with a layer of the remaining whipped cream. Gently smooth the cream to cover the top and edges evenly.

6. Chill and set:
   Cover the mold with plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to chill and set for a few hours, or preferably overnight. This allows all the flavors to meld together.

7. Unmold and decorate:
   After the chilling time has passed, carefully invert the trifle onto a serving plate. Gently remove the plastic wrap.

8. Decorate:
   Using the reserved whipped cream, fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small rosettes of cream along the edges and around the sides of the dessert for a beautiful finish. Decorate with fresh red currants and additional pieces of candied orange peel for a pop of color and a festive touch.

9. Serve and enjoy:
   Your Christmas Trifle is now ready to be served! Delight your guests with this creamy, citrusy, and chocolate-infused holiday treat, perfect for the festive season.

This Christmas Trifle is a delightful dessert, combining the richness of whipped cream, the freshness of orange, and the crunch of ladyfingers. It’s an easy yet elegant dessert to prepare in advance, so you can focus on enjoying the festivities. Whether for Christmas or any special occasion, this trifle is sure to impress your guests.