Decadent Black Forest Trifle for Christmas Bliss

This Black Forest Trifle for Christmas is a no-bake delight made with chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for festivities.

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Prep Time 30

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: German

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

Chocolate Cake Use homemade or store-bought

For the Whipped Cream

1 cup Heavy Cream Whipping until soft peaks form
to taste Powdered Sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor

For the Layers

2 cups Cherries Fresh cherries are best; can substitute with raspberries

Optional Garnishes

1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings For visual appeal
1 sprig Mint Sprig For garnish

Equipment

Mixing bowl
electric mixer
Trifle dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by baking the chocolate cake according to your chosen recipe or package instructions. Allow to cool completely.
In a chilled mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy cream on medium speed until soft peaks form (3 to 5 minutes). Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Wash and pit fresh cherries or prepare canned cherries by draining them. Allow to dry.
Layer the trifle: start with cake pieces, then whipped cream, followed by cherries. Repeat layers ending with whipped cream.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings and mint sprig, then serve in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, consider chilling overnight. Use cherry juice for added flavor.

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