Christmas Pavlova Trifle Delight (Print)

Layer pavlova, custard, berries, and whipped cream into a dazzling Christmas treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Trifle Layers

01 - 4 cups pavlova pieces, homemade or store-bought meringue nests
02 - 3 cups fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
03 - 1 cup berry compote or strawberry sauce
04 - 2 cups vanilla custard, homemade or store-bought
05 - 2 cups heavy whipping cream
06 - 1/3 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-Ins

08 - Passionfruit pulp
09 - Pomegranate seeds
10 - Crushed pistachios
11 - White chocolate curls
12 - Mint leaves

→ Decoration

13 - Extra pavlova or meringue kisses
14 - Fresh berries
15 - Whipped cream swirls
16 - Mint or edible glitter

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. The cream should be fluffy but not stiff.
02 - Break the pavlova or meringue nests into large uneven chunks. Ensure you have a mix of big and small pieces to add texture throughout the trifle.
03 - Slice strawberries and mix them with other berries. If using passionfruit, scoop out the pulp and set aside. Alternatively, fold berries with a spoonful of compote for extra shine.
04 - Start with a base of pavlova pieces, followed by a layer of vanilla custard, a layer of whipped cream, a layer of berries, and a drizzle of berry compote. Repeat until the trifle dish is full, ending with whipped cream on top.
05 - Top with fresh berries, pavlova shards, mint leaves, pomegranate seeds, or white chocolate curls to enhance both flavor and presentation.
06 - Refrigerate the trifle for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld while the pavlova retains some crunch.