Black Forest Trifle for Christmas
Indulge in the festive delight of our Black Forest Trifle for Christmas, a dessert that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. This layered treat features rich chocolate cake, creamy vanilla pudding, and sweet cherries, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Ideal for any holiday gathering, this trifle can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to focus on making memories rather than spending all your time in the kitchen. Each spoonful encapsulates the joy of the season, making it a must-have addition to your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pitted cherries (canned or fresh)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice
- 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
- Dark chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe. Allow it to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Prepare cherries by draining canned ones or pitting fresh ones; mix them with cherry juice.
- Cut the cooled cake into cubes and layer in a trifle dish: start with cake cubes, followed by cherries, pudding, and whipped cream. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with dark chocolate shavings and optionally dust with cocoa powder. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle serving (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg