Black Forest Trifle
Indulge in the festive delight of Black Forest Trifle —a stunning layered dessert that combines rich chocolate cake, tart cherries, and creamy vanilla pudding. This showstopper is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds. The harmonious blend of flavors and textures makes it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday table, ensuring everyone leaves with a smile. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this trifle allows you to savor every moment with family and friends during the joyous season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix (or 1 homemade chocolate cake)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups cherries (pitted, with juice or syrup)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice (from the canned cherries or fresh)
- 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings (or grated chocolate)
Instructions
- Bake chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Once baked, let it cool completely before cutting it into cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk or electric mixer to whip until soft peaks form.
- In your trifle dish or glass bowl, start with a layer of chocolate cake cubes at the bottom. Drizzle with cherry juice from canned cherries or fresh cherries. Add a layer of vanilla pudding on top of the cake. Follow with a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used up, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle dark chocolate shavings over the top layer of whipped cream for an elegant finish. If desired, dust with cocoa powder.
- Cover and refrigerate your Black Forest Trifle for at least four hours before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle serving (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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