Indulge in Black Forest Trifle for a Festive Christmas Treat

This Black Forest Trifle is a festive dessert featuring layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 30

Chill Time 4

Total Time 5 30

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: German

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer

1 Chocolate Cake Homemade or store-bought

For the Whipped Cream Layer

2 cups Heavy Cream
1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste

For the Fruit Layer

2 cups Cherries Fresh or canned
1/4 cup Kirsch (Cherry Liqueur) Substitute with cherry juice for non-alcoholic

For Garnish

1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Shavings

Equipment

Electric Mixer
Trifle dish
Mixing bowl
Wire Rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Chocolate Cake: Bake chocolate cake according to instructions at 350°F for 25-30 minutes. Cool the cake completely.
Whip Cream: In a large bowl, whip heavy cream and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
Layer Ingredients: Cut the cooled cake into squares. In a clear trifle dish, layer chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, repeating until all ingredients are used, ensuring whipped cream is on top.
Chill: Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
Serve: Remove from refrigerator, garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Layering evenly is key to a visually stunning dessert. Chill time is essential for flavor melding and texture.

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