Best 3 Raspberry Marsala Trifle Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the heavenly delight of a Raspberry Marsala Trifle, a captivating dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh raspberries, the rich sweetness of Marsala wine, and the creamy decadence of custard and whipped cream. With its stunning presentation and layers of tantalizing textures, this trifle is a showstopper perfect for any special occasion or a sweet ending to a memorable meal. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this masterpiece, ensuring you impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RASPBERRY AND MARSALA TRIFLE



Raspberry and Marsala Trifle image

Categories     Milk/Cream     Mixer     Dairy     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Valentine's Day     Raspberry     Marsala     Summer     Chill     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cake
1 18 1/2-ounce package Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Butter Recipe Golden cake mix
2/3 cup dry Marsala
Filling
3 12-ounce packages frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained
3 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup sugar
9 large egg yolks
1 cup dry Marsala
1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
1 1/2-pint basket fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • For Cake:
  • Butter and flour 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Prepare cake according to package instructions, substituting 2/3 cup Marsala for water. Bake cake and cool completely. Cut cake crosswise into thirds. Cut cake lengthwise into 1-inch-wide slices. Set aside.
  • For filling:
  • Mix thawed frozen raspberries and 3 tablespoons sugar in large bowl. Set aside.
  • Using handheld mixer, beat egg yolks and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in large metal bowl until well blended. Beat in 1 cup dry Marsala. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water). Beat until mixture triples in volume and registers 160°F on thermometer, about 6 minutes. Remove bowl from over water. Cool yolk mixture to room temperature, whisking occasionally.
  • Using electric mixer with clean dry beaters, beat 3/4 cup cream in large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into yolk mixture.
  • Arrange enough cake slices in 12-cup trifle dish to cover bottom. Spoon 1 cup of raspberry mixture over cake, allowing some to show at sides of bowl. Pour 1 1/2 cups filling over; smooth top. Arrange enough cakes slices over filling to cover completely. Spread 1 cup raspberry mixture over, allowing some to show at sides. Pour 1 1/2 cups filling over. Arrange enough cake slices over filling to cover completely. Spread remaining raspberry mixture over. Pour remaining filling over; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate trifle at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Using electric mixture, beat 3/4 cup chilled whipping cream to stiff peaks in medium bowl. Spoon into pastry bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe whipped cream decoratively over trifle. Garnish trifle with raspberries.

RASPBERRY AND MARSALA TRIFLE



Raspberry and Marsala Trifle image

The combination of the custard, marsala and raspberries is wonderful. Could use your favorite butter cake or pound cake recipe. Bon Appetit, December 1995.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (18 1/2 ounce) package duncan hines moist deluxe butter recipe cake mix
2/3 cup dry marsala
1 1/4 cups water, adjust quantity according to package directions
1/3 cup vegetable oil, adjust quantity according to package directions
3 eggs, adjust quantity according to package directions
3 (12 ounce) packages frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained
3 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup sugar
9 large egg yolks
1 cup dry marsala
1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
1 1/2 pints basket fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Butter and flour 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Prepare cake according to package instructions, substituting 2/3 cup Marsala for water. Bake cake and cool completely. Cut cake crosswise into thirds. Cut cake lengthwise into 1-inch-wide slices. Set aside.
  • Filling:.
  • Mix thawed frozen raspberries and 3 tablespoons sugar in large bowl. Set aside.
  • Using handheld mixer, beat egg yolks and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in large metal bowl until well blended. Beat in 1 cup dry Marsala. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water). Beat until mixture triples in volume and registers 160°F on thermometer, about 6 minutes. Remove bowl from over water. Cool yolk mixture to room temperature, whisking occasionally.
  • Using electric mixer with clean dry beaters, beat 3/4 cup cream in large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into yolk mixture.
  • Arrange enough cake slices in 12-cup trifle dish to cover bottom. Spoon 1 cup of raspberry mixture over cake, allowing some to show at sides of bowl. Pour 1 1/2 cups filling over; smooth top. Arrange enough cakes slices over filling to cover completely. Spread 1 cup raspberry mixture over, allowing some to show at sides. Pour 1 1/2 cups filling over. Arrange enough cake slices over filling to cover completely. Spread remaining raspberry mixture over. Pour remaining filling over; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate trifle at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Using electric mixture, beat 3/4 cup chilled whipping cream to stiff peaks in medium bowl. Spoon into pastry bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe whipped cream decoratively over trifle. Garnish trifle with raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.3, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 251.8, Sodium 325.5, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 40.5, Protein 7.7

RASPBERRY MARSALA TRIFLE RECIPE



Raspberry Marsala Trifle Recipe image

Provided by smmthill

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cake:
1 18 1/2 oz package Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Butter Recipe Golden cake mix
2/3 c dry Marsala
Filling:
3 12 oz packages frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained
3 T plus 3/4 c sugar
9 large egg yolks
1 c dry Marsala
1 1/2 c chilled whipping cream
1 1/2 pint basket fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Cake: Butter and flour 13x9x2 in baking pan. Prepare cake according to package instructions, substituting 2/3 c Marsala for water. Bake cake and cool completely. Cut cake crosswise into thirds. Cut cake lengthwise into 1 in wide slices. Set aside. Filling: Mix thawed frozen raspberries and 3 T sugar in large bowl. Set aside. Using handheld mixer, beat egg yolks and remaining 3/4 c sugar in large metal bowl until well blended. Beat in 1 c dry Marsala. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water). Beat until mixture triples in volume and registers 160 on thermometer, about 6 min. Remove bowl from over water. Cool yolk mixture to room temperature, whisking occasionally. Using electric mixer with clean dry beaters, beat 3/4 c cream in large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into yolk mixture. Arrange enough cake slices in 12 c trifle dish to cover bottom. spoon 1 c of raspberry mixture over cake, allowing some to show at sides of bowl. Pour 1 1/2 c filling over; smooth top. Arrange enough cake slices over filling to cover completely. Spread 1 c raspberry mixture over, allowing some to show at sides. Pour 1 1/2 c filling over. Arrange enough cake slices over filling to cover completely. Spread remaining raspberry mixture over. Pour remaining filling over; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate trifle at least 4 hrs or overnight. Using electric mixer, beat 3/4 c chilled whipping cream to stiff peaks in med bowl. Spoon into pastry bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe whipped cream decoratively over trifle. Garnish trifle with fresh raspberries.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful raspberries. Fresh raspberries are best, but frozen raspberries can also be used. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them completely before using.
  • Use a good quality Marsala wine. A dry or semi-dry Marsala wine is best. Avoid using a sweet Marsala wine, as it will make the trifle too sweet.
  • Make the ladyfingers ahead of time. Ladyfingers can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Assemble the trifle carefully. Layer the ingredients in the trifle dish in the order given in the recipe. Be careful not to overfill the dish.
  • Chill the trifle before serving. The trifle should be chilled for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the trifle to set.

Conclusion:

Raspberry Marsala Trifle is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. The combination of raspberries, Marsala wine, and ladyfingers is simply irresistible.

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