Lemon Meringue & Gingerbread Trifle

Method

1. Add a layer of your ginger loaf to the base of your trifle bowl, about 3 or 4 inches thick.
2. Add the same thickness of custard. Then add a layer of cream and generously drizzle with lemon curd. Now repeat the layering process 1 more time to create a double-layered trifle.
3. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Meringue

1. Add egg whites to a mixing bowl and using an electric whisk (preferably), whisk on medium to high. Gradually add sugar and water until light, fluffy, and tripled in size.
2. When the trifle is ready to serve, spread a thick layer of your meringue on top, swirling to give some light peaks. Lightly blow torch and garnish with fresh mint leaves.