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Mary Berry Summer Fruit Terrine

Mary Berry Summer Fruit Terrine recipe
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The Mary Berry Summer Fruit Terrine is a chilled, jelly-based dessert made by layering fresh seasonal fruits—such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and currants—in a loaf tin, then covering them with a clear gelatin mixture made from fruit juice. Once set, it slices into a beautiful mosaic of fruit that’s light, sweet, and naturally gluten-free.

Ingredients

  • Mixed summer berries – 500g total
    (e.g. strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, redcurrants, blackberries)

  • Fruit juice – 600ml (white grape juice or apple juice preferred)

  • Gelatine leaves – 6 (or use powdered gelatine as per package instructions)

  • Caster sugar – 2 tablespoons (optional, depending on the sweetness of the juice)

  • Mint leaves – for garnish (optional)

  • Double cream or yogurt – to serve (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Tin

  • Line a 1-litre loaf tin with cling film, leaving enough overhang to fold over the top later. Smooth out any creases.

Step 2: Prepare the Gelatine

  • Soak gelatine leaves in cold water for 5 minutes until soft.

  • Meanwhile, heat half the fruit juice in a saucepan until just warm (not boiling).

  • Squeeze out excess water from gelatine and stir into the warm juice until fully dissolved.

  • Add remaining juice and stir in sugar if needed. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 3: Layer the Fruit

  • Arrange a layer of mixed berries in the bottom of the tin.

  • Spoon a little of the juice mixture over the fruit just to cover.

  • Chill for 10–15 minutes to partially set.

  • Repeat the layering process until all fruit and jelly are used.

  • Fold over cling film and place a light weight (like a small carton) on top to compress.

Step 4: Chill and Set

  • Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully set and firm to the touch.

Step 5: Unmould and Serve

  • Unfold the cling film and invert the terrine onto a serving platter.

  • Peel away the cling film and slice with a sharp knife.

  • Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve with cream, yogurt, or a berry coulis.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-summer-fruit-terrine/