Description
Indulge in a festive Black Forest Trifle this holiday season, featuring layers of luscious chocolate cake, whipped cream, and tart cherries. This visually stunning dessert not only delights the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds, making it the perfect centerpiece for your Christmas celebrations. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this trifle is sure to become a beloved tradition that brings smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chocolate cake (prepared or store-bought)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup fresh or jarred cherries (pitted)
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- For Garnish: 2 tbsp chocolate shavings
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe. Allow it to cool completely.
- In a chilled bowl, combine heavy whipping cream with sugar and whip until soft peaks form.
- Prepare cherries by washing and pitting if fresh; drain jarred cherries and toss with sugar if desired.
- In a large trifle bowl or individual glasses, layer broken chocolate cake pieces, whipped cream, and cherries. Repeat layers until reaching the top.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and mint leaves. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg