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Rhubarb & Custard Trifle

Rhubarb & Custard Trifle: A Creamy No-Bake Dream Dessert

This Rhubarb & Custard Trifle is a creamy, no-bake dessert layered with tangy rhubarb, fluffy custard, and crunchy cookies, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Rhubarb Compote
  • 4 cups Rhubarb Chopped
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on tartness
  • 1 cup Oranges (Juiced) Can substitute with lemon juice
For the Custard Cream
  • 1/4 cup Corn Starch Thickening agent
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Can substitute with plant-based milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Paste/Extract
  • 4 Egg Yolks Egg Yolks No substitution available
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Cold
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use cold for best results
For Layering the Trifle
  • 2 cups Nilla Wafers Can substitute with shortbread cookies
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Can substitute with blueberries or strawberries

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Trifle dish
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop rhubarb into small chunks and place in a medium saucepan with granulated sugar and orange juice. Cook on low heat, covered, for about 10 minutes until bubbling. Remove lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes until thickened. Cool completely.
  2. In a separate saucepan, whisk together corn starch and granulated sugar. Gradually add whole milk while whisking. Add egg yolks, fine sea salt, vanilla, and cardamom. Cook on low heat, stirring constantly for 8-10 minutes until thickened. Stir in butter until melted, strain, and cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream and sugar on medium speed for 4-5 minutes until medium stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cooled custard mixture gently until smooth.
  4. Layer Nilla wafers, then custard cream, then rhubarb compote, and fresh raspberries in a trifle dish. Repeat layering until all components are used, finishing with a thick layer of custard. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  5. Before serving, top the final layer with fresh raspberries. Scoop portions into bowls ensuring to include layers of cookie, custard, and fruit. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make the trifle a day ahead for the best flavor as it melds in the fridge. Enjoy it fresh for the best texture and taste.

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