Black Forest Trifle
Indulge in layers of decadence with this Black Forest Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream for an irresistible treat. Perfect for entertaining or ending a special meal, this no-bake trifle is beautifully assembled in a glass bowl, showcasing its vibrant layers of moist chocolate cake, juicy cherries, velvety chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream. A splash of cherry liqueur adds a sophisticated twist, while delicate dark chocolate shavings and whole cherries on top create a stunning presentation. With just 25 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this Black Forest Trifle is a quick yet elegant dessert that’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying every chocolate lover’s cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chocolate cake
- 400 grams Cherries in syrup or cherry pie filling
- 60 milliliters Cherry liqueur (optional)
- 500 milliliters Heavy cream
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (for shavings)
- 500 grams Chocolate pudding (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the chocolate cake. If using store-bought, ensure it is fully cooled. Cut the cake into small cubes, around 2-3 cm in size.
2. Prepare the cherries by draining the syrup if necessary. Reserve 2-3 tablespoons of the syrup for layering, and set aside a few whole cherries for garnish.
3. If using cherry liqueur, mix the reserved cherry syrup with the liqueur for a flavorful soaking liquid.
4. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
5. Use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate shavings from the dark chocolate. Set these aside for the final garnish.
6. In a large glass trifle bowl, begin assembling the dessert. Start with a single layer of chocolate cake cubes, spacing them evenly.
7. Drizzle the cherry syrup or the liqueur mixture over the chocolate cake cubes to lightly soak the layer.
8. Add a layer of cherries on top, spreading them out evenly.
9. Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding over the cherries, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon.
10. Follow with a layer of whipped cream, spreading it gently to create an even layer.
11. Repeat these layers (cake, syrup, cherries, pudding, whipped cream) until the trifle bowl is filled or ingredients are used up. Ensure the topmost layer is whipped cream.
12. Garnish the top layer with chocolate shavings and the reserved whole cherries.
13. Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to soften.
14. Serve cold, scooping portions into individual bowls for your guests to enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 296.4 g | 380% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.7 g | 753% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 748 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 2347 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.1 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 448.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 793 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2362 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
