Mincemeat Trifle

Ingredients (12)

• 6 large egg yolks
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups prepared mincemeat
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• Red and green candied cherries, optional