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Black Forest Trifle

Decadent Black Forest Trifle for a Festive Holiday Treat

Indulge in a Black Forest Trifle, layering rich chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries for a show-stopping festive dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix Use a box mix for convenience or opt for homemade.
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup water Use coffee for richer flavor.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups heavy cream High quality recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cherries
  • 2 cups fresh cherries Pitted.
  • 2 tablespoons cherry juice For flavor boost.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup chocolate shavings Use a vegetable peeler.
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • trifle dish
  • Cake Pan
  • Whisk
  • vegetable peeler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Black Forest Trifle
  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to the instructions or your favorite recipe. Preheat the oven to 350°F and pour the batter into a greased cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Prepare the whipped cream by beating heavy cream in a chilled mixing bowl. After 2-3 minutes, add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping until soft peaks form.
  3. Wash and pit fresh cherries, slice in half if desired. Set aside to prepare for layering.
  4. In a clear trifle dish, layer the cooled chocolate cake cubes, followed by cherries and whipped cream. Repeat layers, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Just before serving, add chocolate shavings and garnish with whole cherries or mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This trifle can be made a day ahead for deeper flavors. Use high-quality ingredients for best results.

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