Black Forest Trifle for Christmas
Indulge in the festive delight of this Black Forest Trifle for Christmas! This stunning dessert features layers of rich chocolate cake, sweet cherries, and fluffy whipped cream, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Not only is it visually appealing with its vibrant layers, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal treat for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups cherries (canned or fresh)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice
- 2 cups vanilla pudding
- Dark chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe. Cool completely before cutting into cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Prepare the cherry layer by draining canned cherries (keeping some juice) or pitting fresh cherries. Mix with cherry juice.
- In a large bowl or individual cups, layer the dessert starting with chocolate cake cubes, followed by vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and cherries. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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