These strawberry and chocolate trifle pots layer fruity strawberry jelly, smooth custard and creamy fromage frais in individual glasses. A little whipped topping and flaked milk chocolate finish each portion.
The contrasting colours make this a lovely dessert for sharing with friends or serving after a family meal. Prepare the jelly layers ahead, then add the creamy layers and chocolate once they have set.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Recipe
- No baking: The jelly sets in the fridge.
- Individual portions: Each glass has its own layers and chocolate garnish.
- Simple ingredients: Ready-made custard keeps preparation straightforward.
- Easy to prepare ahead: Make the jelly the day before and finish before serving.
Recipe Overview
- Active preparation: Approximately 15–20 minutes
- Chilling time: At least 6 hours, or until the jelly is fully set
- Total time: Approximately 6 hours 20 minutes, including chilling
- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 × 11.5g sachet sugar-free strawberry jelly crystals
- Water, as directed on the jelly packet
- 100g fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
- 200g ready-made reduced-fat custard
- 200g fat-free natural fromage frais
- 40g light aerosol whipped topping
- 20g flaked milk chocolate
Equipment
- 4 individual dessert glasses
- A heatproof measuring jug
- A spoon
- Kitchen scales
Choose glasses large enough to hold the jelly, fruit and creamy layers comfortably. You do not need to use all the prepared jelly if your glasses are small.
Ingredient Notes
Strawberry Jelly
Use the water quantity stated on your jelly packet. Different products can require different preparation methods, so avoid assuming that every sachet makes the same volume.
Fresh Strawberries
Thin slices fit neatly into the glasses and remain visible through the jelly. Divide them evenly so each portion contains approximately 25g.
Custard
Ready-made reduced-fat custard forms the yellow middle layer. Stir it before spooning into the glasses.
Fromage Frais
Natural fromage frais adds a thick, gently tangy white layer. It has a smoother, denser texture than whipped cream.
Whipped Topping
A small amount of light aerosol whipped topping gives the dessert a soft finishing swirl. Add it just before serving, as it can lose volume while standing.
Chocolate
Allow 5g of flaked milk chocolate per portion. Use a small piece upright in the topping and crumble the remainder over the surface.