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Black Forest Trifle for Christmas

Delicious Black Forest Trifle for Christmas Bliss

This Black Forest Trifle for Christmas is a delightful combination of chocolate cake, cherries, and whipped cream, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cake
  • 1 cake Chocolate Cake Gluten-free version works if needed.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to taste.
For the Cherries
  • 2 cups Fresh Cherries Can use canned or frozen if unavailable.
For Garnish
  • 1 bar Dark Chocolate For chocolate shavings.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Trifle Dish
  • Cake Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan. Bake your chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe.
  2. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack for about an hour.
  3. In a mixing bowl, pour in 2 cups of heavy cream and add 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Cut the cooled chocolate cake into 1-inch cubes. Layer cake cubes in a glass trifle dish, add a layer of fresh cherries, then a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the dish is filled.
  5. Use a vegetable peeler to create shavings from the dark chocolate and sprinkle over the top layer of whipped cream.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  7. Scoop portions into bowls and enjoy the rich combination of chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the chocolate cake to cool fully for better layers. Opt for fresh cherries for best flavor, and ensure even layering for visual appeal.

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