Fruit Trifle

by stella Dias
(srilanka)

Fruity Jell-O Dessert Cups

A fun and colorful treat you can help build!

What You’ll Need:
1 cup cubed pound cake or sponge cake (store-bought is fine!)
1 small box strawberry Jell-O
1 small box lemon Jell-O
½ cup vanilla pudding (from a cup or mix)
2–3 tablespoons sugar syrup (store-bought or homemade*)
1 ripe banana, sliced
2–3 pitted plums, sliced
1–2 teaspoons rainbow sprinkles
1–2 teaspoons chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips
1 egg white (for meringue, optional)
2 tablespoons sugar


Easy Step-by-Step:
Make the Jell-O:
Follow the box instructions for the strawberry and lemon Jell-O in separate bowls. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour or until firm. Once set, cut into little cubes.

Make the Pudding (if not using pre-made):
Mix and chill vanilla pudding according to package directions.

Make Sugar Syrup (if you want homemade):
Heat ¼ cup sugar and ¼ cup water in a small pot until sugar is dissolved and it slightly thickens (ask an adult to help). Let cool.


Start Layering:
In clear cups or a big bowl:
Put cake cubes at the bottom.
Drizzle a little sugar syrup over the cake.
Add Jell-O cubes on top of the cake.
Spoon on a layer of vanilla pudding.
Add banana slices and plum slices on top.


Make Meringue (optional):
In a clean bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg white and 2 tablespoons of sugar until it’s fluffy and forms stiff peaks (adult help needed). Spoon the meringue on top of the fruit layer.


Decorate:
Sprinkle with candy sprinkles and chocolate chips or shavings.


Chill & Serve:
Place in the fridge for 1 hour. Enjoy cold!