This cake is special to both my mother and I. We felt that because this cake was a reflection of a childhood toy, why not replicate a favorite childhood treat!?
Christmas Eve is just as big, if not bigger than Christmas day for our family. We wanted to think outside the box, and rather than just focus on the night before Christmas theme in general, we wanted to emphasize our night before Christmas.
This trifle is inspired by Iranian desserts and family traditions. The mix of textures, creamy, syrupy, fruity, is meant to feel both nostalgic and festive.
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