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Fluffy Angel Food Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Recipe with Easy Vanilla Custard

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A light and sweet layered dessert featuring airy angel food cake, fresh strawberries, and silky vanilla custard. Perfect for any occasion, this trifle is quick to prepare and delightfully nostalgic.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Macerate the strawberries by tossing them with 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 3/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Beat the egg yolks until smooth separately.
  4. Gradually whisk milk and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, then slowly add the egg yolks while stirring constantly.
  5. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
  6. Strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Cover with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface and chill for at least 20 minutes.
  7. Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes.
  8. Assemble the trifle by layering angel food cake cubes, macerated strawberries with juice, and vanilla custard in a trifle bowl or individual glasses. Repeat layers and finish with strawberries and cake cubes on top.
  9. Chill the assembled trifle for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Whisk custard constantly to avoid lumps and keep it silky smooth. Macerate strawberries for at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Use room temperature eggs and milk to prevent curdling. Chill the trifle for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. For dairy-free, use coconut milk and vegan angel food cake. For gluten-free, use gluten-free angel food cake or sponge cake.

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Keywords: angel food cake, strawberry shortcake, trifle, vanilla custard, easy dessert, summer dessert, layered dessert

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