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Black Forest Trifle

Layered Bliss: Irresistible Black Forest Trifle Recipe

Delight in the festive flavors of this Black Forest Trifle, featuring layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 cake Chocolate Cake Use a rich, homemade or store-bought chocolate cake for a moist base.
For the Cream Layer
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Consider using heavy cream for best results or a whipped topping for convenience.
For the Fruit Layer
  • 2 cups Cherries Opt for fresh cherries for a pop of color and flavor; canned cherries work as well but may need draining.
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Shavings Substitute with cocoa powder if needed.

Equipment

  • Trifle dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • spoon
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Black Forest Trifle
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake by baking it according to your recipe or package instructions and allowing it to cool for about 30 minutes.
  2. Slice the cooled chocolate cake into even layers or cubes, about 1-inch thick.
  3. Prepare your cherries by rinsing fresh cherries or draining canned cherries well.
  4. Begin layering in a large trifle dish by placing a generous layer of chocolate cake at the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle half of the prepared cherries over the cake.
  6. Spoon a thick layer of whipped cream over the cherries, using about half of your whipped cream.
  7. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients: add another layer of chocolate cake, followed by the remaining cherries, and finish with the rest of the whipped cream.
  8. Sprinkle chocolate shavings generously over the top layer of whipped cream.
  9. Cover and chill the trifle for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  10. When ready to serve, scoop out portions ensuring layers of chocolate cake, cherry, and whipped cream are included.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy your homemade Black Forest Trifle at your festive gathering! For optimal flavor, chill overnight if possible.

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