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Pina colada trifle

Pina Colada Trifle: Tropical Layers to Brighten Your Day

Experience the tropical bliss of Pina Colada Trifle, a delightful dessert layered with coconut cream, pineapple, and fresh fruits.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly Layers
  • 85 grams pineapple-flavored jelly crystals Substitute with passionfruit jelly for a tangy twist.
  • 85 grams orange-flavored jelly crystals Can be replaced with mango jelly for a tropical variation.
For the Cream Filling
  • 400 ml thickened cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • ½ cup coconut-milk powder Substitute with light coconut milk for a lighter taste.
  • ½ cup icing sugar mixture You can use powdered sugar for a finer texture.
For the Base
  • 1 roll jam sponge roll Alternatives include ladyfinger or pound cake.
  • 1 cup pineapple juice Swap with mango juice for extra tropical taste.
  • ¼ cup coconut-flavored white rum Omit for a non-alcoholic version or use coconut extract.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 500 ml double thick vanilla custard Replace with vegan custard for a dairy-free option.
For Fresh Fruit Garnish
  • 2 cups fresh fruits (pineapple, mango, raspberries, lime, passionfruit) Feel free to mix with fruits like strawberries or kiwi.
  • ½ cup toasted coconut flakes Garnish for texture and flavor.

Equipment

  • trifle dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pina Colada Trifle
  1. Begin by boiling 500ml of water for each jelly layer. In separate bowls, dissolve the pineapple-flavored jelly crystals and the orange-flavored jelly crystals in the boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Pour each mixture into individual containers and refrigerate overnight until set, which usually takes about 4-6 hours.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add 400ml of thickened cream, ½ cup of coconut-milk powder, and ½ cup of icing sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Grab a large glass trifle dish and begin layering your dessert. Line the bottom and sides of the dish with upright slices of jam sponge roll.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of pineapple juice and ¼ cup of coconut-flavored white rum or coconut extract. Generously drizzle the mixture over the sponge layer.
  5. Gently spoon a layer of double thick vanilla custard over the moistened sponge. Then, take half of the set pineapple jelly and half of the set orange jelly, cutting them into cubes. Layer these jelly pieces over the custard.
  6. Carefully spoon the prepared coconut cream over the jelly layer, smoothing it out with a spatula. Distribute the remaining jelly layers on top of the coconut cream.
  7. Gently arrange fresh fruits on top of the last jelly layer to add bursts of color and freshness. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, consider preparing the jellies and custard a day in advance, and layer fresh fruits just before serving.

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