Whip up this creamy, tantalising cherry trifle, filled with almond amaretti biscuits, a rich kirsch kick and smooth custard between the layers. This showstopper dessert is bound to wow any guests and be the treat they simply can’t stop thinking about. This cherry trifle is the perfect addition to any party or engagement you attend, with the sweet of the custard complimenting the tart of the cherries, this truly is a marvellous recipe for the summer.

• 450g cherries (reserve a few for the top and stone the rest)
• 340g jar cherry jam or conserve
• 450g madeira cake (cut int 1cm-thick slices)
• 100ml kirsch
• 5 amaretti biscuits (broken)
• 300ml double cream (whipped lightly)
• 500g Custard

1. Begin by placing the pitted cherries in a pan. Add half of the jam and cook over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes. The cherries should soften, and the jam will turn into a sauce. Once done, remove from the heat and leave to cool slightly.
2. Spread half the slices of Madeira cake generously with the remaining jam and sandwich them with the other half of the cake slices. Then cut the cake sandwiches in half.
3. Pour the kirsch into a shallow bowl and dip each sponge sandwich into the liqueur. Take the cake halves and line the edges of a round glass dish (20cm by 5cm). Then, fill the centre of the dish with the remaining sandwiches. Pour over any remaining liquid from the kirsch bowl.
4. Spoon over your cooked cherries, any juice that’s left in the pan and scatter your broken amaretti biscuits over top. Then, pour over the custard and spread the whipped cream over the top. Ensuring both the custard and whipped cream layers are as smooth as possible.
5. Decorate with fresh whole cherries. Chill for 3-4 hours or make it a day ahead to chill for up to 24 hours before serving.

This cherry trifle will be the talk of the town. Whether you’re at a celebration or relaxing, get ready for compliments! So, sit back, enjoy the sun, and relax. Perfect for a garden party, an afternoon tea, or a summertime barbeque on a bank holiday weekend.

Check out our other desserts and recipes, from the classic chocolate chip shortbread to the zingy lemon drizzle cake.