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Black Forest Trifle for Christmas

Decadent Black Forest Trifle for Christmas

Experience the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream in this delightful Black Forest Trifle for Christmas.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling 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 box Chocolate Cake Use boxed or homemade for a rich base.
For the Cream
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Opt for heavy cream for a fluffy, luxurious layer.
For the Fruit
  • 2 cups Cherries Use fresh for the best flavor; canned may alter aesthetics.
  • 1 cup Cherry Juice Optional, drizzle over layers to keep the cake moist.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Trifle dish
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cake by baking it according to instructions. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form; add sugar if desired.
  3. Prepare fresh cherries by washing and pitting them; slice in half.
  4. Layer the trifle in a dish: start with chocolate cake, drizzle cherry juice, add whipped cream, and cherries. Repeat layers.
  5. Chill the trifle for at least 4 hours or overnight to meld flavors.
  6. Before serving, add extra whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings or more cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the trifle a day in advance for enhanced flavors. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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