Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Black Forest Trifle for Christmas, a stunning layered dessert that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate cake, luscious cherries, and fluffy whipped cream. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings and special celebrations, impressing guests with its beautiful presentation and decadent taste. With its make-ahead option, you can whip it up in advance and let it chill in the fridge, enhancing the flavors before serving. Customize the ingredients to suit your preferences or what you have on hand, making it a versatile addition to your festive menu. Treat your friends and family to this delightful holiday dessert that will surely become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix (or 1 homemade chocolate cake)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups canned or fresh cherries (pitted, with juice or syrup)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice (from the canned cherries or fresh)
- 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings (or grated chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe; let cool and cut into cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In a trifle bowl, layer chocolate cake cubes, drizzle with cherry juice, followed by whipped cream and cherries. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and chill for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Opt for fresh cherries when available for enhanced flavor. Make sure your heavy cream is chilled before whipping for optimal results. You can substitute vanilla pudding with different flavors for variety.