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Black Forest Trifle

Heavenly Black Forest Trifle: A Festive Must-Try Delight

Indulge in the rich flavors of Black Forest Trifle, a festive delight perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 package or recipe Chocolate Cake Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cherries Fresh or canned, drained well
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Homemade or ready-made
Optional Garnish
  • 1 cup Chocolate Shavings For decoration

Equipment

  • Trifle dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Black Forest Trifle
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake by following your chosen recipe or package instructions.
  2. Once cooled, cut the cake into even layers or cubes.
  3. Prepare the cherries by washing, pitting, and slicing them in half if using fresh; drain canned cherries.
  4. Create the first layer by placing chocolate cake cubes in a trifle dish.
  5. Add a layer of cherries over the chocolate cake, followed by whipped cream.
  6. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  7. Garnish the trifle with chocolate shavings.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dessert can be made 1 day in advance. Freeze individual servings without whipped cream for up to 2 months.

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