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Black Forest Trifle

Irresistible Black Forest Trifle: Your Holiday Dessert Upgrade

This Black Forest Trifle is a customizable and delightful holiday dessert showcasing layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Or homemade cake if preferred.
For the Cream
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Fruit Layer
  • 2 cups Cherries Fresh preferred, but canned or frozen can work.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 tablespoons Kirsch (cherry schnapps) Omit for non-alcoholic version.
For the Chocolate Infusion
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Sift for a smoother batter.
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings For garnishing the top.

Equipment

  • trifle dish
  • Electric mixer
  • cake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake: Bake chocolate cake according to the recipe or package instructions, then let cool completely.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a bowl, combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
  3. Prepare the Cherries: Wash and pit fresh cherries, slice in half. Drain and thaw canned or frozen cherries.
  4. Assemble the Trifle Layers: Layer the cooled chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherry halves in a trifle dish.
  5. Chill the Trifle: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Add chocolate shavings and extra cherry halves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, prepare components separately and layer before serving. Keep the trifle refrigerated and consume within 3 days.

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