GINGERBREAD TRIFLE WITH COGNAC CUSTARD AND PEARS
Layers of Cognac custard and warm pears are stacked between slices of gingerbread to create a dessert that's a perfect ending to your holiday feast.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-inch-round-by-2-inch-tall cake pan; line with parchment.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon ginger, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a large bowl, and set aside.
- Beat 8 tablespoons butter in electric mixer on medium-high speed until lightened, 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl with rubber spatula. Add 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup at a time; scrape down sides after each addition. Beat until fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes more. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating 1 minute after each addition. Slowly add molasses, beating on medium speed, about 10 seconds. Slowly pour in buttermilk; beat to combine.
- On low speed, slowly add reserved flour mixture in 3 parts, beating to combine after each addition. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes. Let cool on wire rack. Gingerbread may be made 2 days ahead or kept frozen for 1 month.
- Juice lemon; place juice and both halves in large bowl of cold water. One at a time, peel pears, quarter, core, and cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch chunks; transfer to acidulated water.
- Drain pears; transfer half to 12-inch skillet. Add 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 teaspoon ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Place over high heat; saute, stirring, until sugar and butter melt and form caramel, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium high, cover, and continue cooking 10 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Transfer pears and liquid to large bowl to cool; repeat with remaining pears, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 teaspoon ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Let cool completely.
- Slice gingerbread into 3 rounds of equal thickness. Cut each round into 8 triangles. Line bottom of trifle bowl with 8 triangles of gingerbread; trim to fit if needed. Spoon 1 cup Cognac Custard over gingerbread, followed by 2 cups pears. Repeat process in two groups, layering with remaining gingerbread, custard, and pears.
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Terrance Guerrero
[email protected]I've never made a trifle before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Shakeelzahid Shakeelahmad
[email protected]This trifle is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's a special occasion dessert that will impress your guests.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but I loved this trifle. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing.
Himen Zimmerman
[email protected]This trifle is so beautiful! It's almost too pretty to eat.
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[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this trifle. The gingerbread, custard, and pears are all perfect together.
Roni Lara
[email protected]This trifle is so festive and delicious! It's the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.
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[email protected]I've made this trifle several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a crowd because it's so easy to make and everyone loves it.
Jasmine Khan
[email protected]This trifle is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful dessert that will impress your guests.
Ranasabirshakir Sabir
[email protected]The pears in this trifle are the perfect touch. They add a bit of sweetness and crunch, and they really complement the gingerbread and custard.
Fofi Tati
[email protected]The cognac custard in this trifle is amazing! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is incredible. I could eat it by the spoonful.
Bereket Behailu
[email protected]This trifle is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes just as good the next day.
Reh Sha
[email protected]I love this gingerbread trifle! It's the perfect dessert for a holiday party or special occasion. The flavors are festive and delicious, and the presentation is always a hit.
Meddy Proug
[email protected]This trifle is absolutely stunning! I made it for a special occasion and it was a huge success. The flavors are incredible and the presentation is beautiful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sesha Shah
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to make this trifle because I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but I'm so glad I did! The gingerbread cake is actually really moist and flavorful, and the custard and pears are the perfect complements. I will definitely be making
Denise Montoya
[email protected]This is the best gingerbread trifle I've ever had! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing. I love the addition of the cognac custard, it really takes this dish to the next level.
Malik Ehtisham
[email protected]I made this trifle for a potluck and it was a total showstopper! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The presentation was also beautiful, with the layers of gingerbread, custard, and pears. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mbil Melissa
[email protected]This gingerbread trifle was a huge hit at our holiday party! The combination of the moist gingerbread cake, creamy custard, and boozy pears was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again next year.