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Black Forest Trifle

Indulge in Irresistible Black Forest Trifle This Christmas

Experience the joy of Black Forest Trifle, a festive dessert combining chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries—perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cake Chocolate Cake Moist, either homemade or ready-made
For the Layers
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Homemade preferred, store-bought is fine
  • 2 cups Cherries Fresh is best, frozen or canned can be used
For the Garnish
  • 1 bar Chocolate Shavings Use a vegetable peeler for shavings
For the Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Kirsch (cherry brandy) Optional, can substitute with cherry juice
  • 1 cup Pastry Cream Optional, for a richer trifle

Equipment

  • Trifle dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chocolate cake by baking it according to the recipe or package directions. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack for about 30 minutes to ensure clean layers.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy cream and sugar. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form for about 3-5 minutes. Set aside in the refrigerator to keep chilled.
  3. Layer the trifle by breaking chocolate cake into chunks at the bottom of a trifle dish. Top with whipped cream and cherries. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  4. Garnish the trifle with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries on top for a festive touch.
  5. Cover the assembled trifle with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

A high-quality, moist chocolate cake is crucial for the best texture. Fresh cherries yield the best flavor, and chilling enhances the dessert's taste.

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