Trifle

Question 1

What country is credited with the origin of trifle?

Answer 1

England

Question 2

What are the components of the Classic Trifle?

Answer 2

~ Sherry soaked sponge
~ Custard
~ Diced Fruit
~ Topped with whipped cream

Question 3

Where does the name Trifle come from?

Answer 3

Trifle comes from the French term “trufle” and means something whimsical or of little consequence. This is due to the fact that trifle was originally made for Sunday brunch with was made of leftover dessert.

Question 4

How has trifle evolved over the years?

Answer 4

The earliest recipes - consisting of cream with sugar, ginger, and rosewater - date back to 1587 when Thomas Dawson published it. 60 years later eggs and alcohol were added to the original recipe in the form of custard. Finally, in 1747 jelly was added to the dessert.

Question 5

What is a similar dessert to trifle?

Answer 5

Foole

Question 6

What is a nickname for trifle in the Southern US?

Answer 6

Tipsy Cake

Question 7

What is trifle served in?

Answer 7

A transparent glass dish.

Question 8

What are some other variations of trifle?

Answer 8

1. Soaking the sponge in Drambuie or Whiskey

2. Soaking the sponge in raspberry jelly

Question 9

What is Russia’s version of Trifle called?

Answer 9

Creole Trifle (Russian Cake) - it is a sponge soaked with rum or red wine.

Question 10

What is Germany and Austria’s version of Trifle called?

Answer 10

Punschtorte (Punch Cake) - sponge soaked in citrus alcohol punch

Question 11

What is Italy’s version of Trifle called?

Answer 11

Zuppa Inglese (English Soup) - Ladyfingers soaked in Alchermes, a bright red, aromatic Italian herb liqueur.