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Peppermint Crisp Trifle Delight

A layered trifle made with mint-green jelly, sponge cake, caramel-cream, and crushed peppermint for a refreshing dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Celebration, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the trifle layers
  • 1 packet green jelly, prepared and set Use a firm-set jelly for clean layers.
  • 1 Swiss roll or sponge cake, sliced
  • 360 g tin caramel treat Warm if very thick.
  • 250 ml whipped cream Use chilled for better texture.
  • 1 bar Peppermint Crisp, crushed Crush coarsely for different textures.
  • optional Custard Folding crushed peppermint into custard for a mint custard layer is optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Layer jelly, sponge cake, and custard (if using) in a trifle bowl.
  2. Mix caramel with whipped cream and crushed chocolate.
  3. Layer the caramel-cream mixture over the cake and jelly.
  4. Repeat the layers until the bowl is filled, finishing with a generous scattering of crushed peppermint.
  5. Top with chocolate shards or more peppermint for presentation.
  6. Chill until serving.

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Best enjoyed within two days for peak textural contrast. Consider adding toasted nuts or a drizzle of extra caramel before chilling for variation.