Festive layered cups with sponge cake, custard, berries, and whipped cream, perfect for holiday gatherings.
# Components:
→ Sponge Layer
01 - 10.6 oz store-bought pound cake or sponge cake, cubed
→ Fruit Layer
02 - 8.8 oz mixed berries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
03 - 2 tablespoons orange juice
→ Custard Layer
04 - 13.5 fl oz ready-made vanilla custard
→ Whipped Cream
05 - 8.5 fl oz heavy cream
06 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish
08 - 2 tablespoons toasted flaked almonds (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons grated dark chocolate (optional)
10 - A few whole berries or mint leaves
# Method:
01 - In a bowl, toss the mixed berries with orange juice and allow to macerate for 5 minutes.
02 - Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
03 - Place a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of each serving glass.
04 - Spoon a layer of berries, including their juices, over the cake cubes.
05 - Add a generous layer of vanilla custard on top of the berries.
06 - If serving glasses are tall, repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
07 - Decorate each cup with toasted almonds, grated chocolate, and a few whole berries or mint leaves.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes prior to serving to enhance flavor and texture.
