Some of my almond macaroons are perfect with this trifle, along with some more fresh raspberries and some candied orange peel or even a few fine strips of fresh orange zest.

Sweet clementines, marmalade and orange liqueur bring a fresh take on the classic trifle. With homemade sponge and custard, but no jelly, it's a slightly more grown-up affair and the perfect ...

Spoon the syllabub over the trifle and refigerate, preferably overnight. Just before serving, scatter with the grated orange rind and/or flaked toasted almonds.

2. Next level sherry trifle We’ve taken this classic dessert up a notch with a few special touches in our next level version.

If the cake is particularly dry, you can moisten it with some type of liquid — rum, brandy, or sherry for a "tipsy trifle," ...