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Black Forest Trifle

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A festive indulgence made with layers of rich chocolate cake, whipped cream, cherries, and vanilla pudding, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (or 1 homemade chocolate cake)
For the cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cherries
  • 2 cups canned or fresh cherries (pitted, with juice or syrup) If using fresh cherries, pit and slice them.
  • 1/4 cup cherry juice From the canned cherries or fresh.
For the pudding
  • 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
For garnish
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings (or grated chocolate)
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Bake the chocolate cake as per the package instructions or your homemade recipe. Allow it to cool completely before cutting it into small pieces.
Whip the Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to whip until stiff peaks form.
Prepare the Cherries
  1. If using fresh cherries, pit and slice them. For canned cherries, drain them and reserve the juice. Mix them with the cherry juice to enhance the flavor.
Assemble the Trifle
  1. In a large trifle dish (or individual servings), begin layering. Start with chocolate cake pieces, followed by a layer of whipped cream, then a layer of cherries, and finally a layer of vanilla pudding. Repeat until you reach the top, finishing with the whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Let it Chill
  1. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight!) to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set beautifully.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g

Notes

When serving, consider adding a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top for an elegant touch. Pair with a hot cup of cocoa or a glass of red wine. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and best enjoyed within 2 to 3 days.
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