Tipsy Laird
Tipsy Laird
Tipsy Laird is another delicious Scottish dessert more widely known as Sherry Trifle. A special dessert, often served on special occasions like Christmas, New Year and particularly at Burns Suppers.
Cooking Instructions:
- Place the sponge in the base of a large glass bowl and spread with the raspberry jam. Mix the sherry and the brandy and sprinkle evenly over the sponge allowing it to soak in. Next add a layer of raspberries and sliced bananas.
- To make the custard, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar and vanilla essence until pale and creamy. Heat the milk and cream together in a saucepan until boiling point then stir into the egg mixture. Once it is well blended, return to the pan and stir continuously over a low heat until the custard thickens.
- Pour into a dish and allow to cool. When quite cool, pour the custard over the layer of fruit, spreading evenly.
- Next whip the double cream, add sugar to sweeten and spoon on top of custard.
- Decorate your Tipsy Laird with toasted almonds. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours then serve.