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Black Forest Trifle for Christmas

Delightful Black Forest Trifle for Christmas Gatherings

This Black Forest Trifle for Christmas captures festive essence with layers of chocolate cake, cherries, and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Trifle Layers
  • 1 large Chocolate Cake Store-bought for no-bake option
  • 2 cups Cherries Fresh or jarred
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Can be substituted with whipped topping
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Shavings Optional, choose dark or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • Trifle dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare a clear trifle dish that is at least 6 to 8 inches in diameter.
  2. Cut store-bought chocolate cake into one-inch cubes and layer them at the bottom of the trifle dish.
  3. Sprinkle a layer of cherries over the chocolate cake, ensuring an even distribution.
  4. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cherries, about half an inch thick.
  5. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours.
  7. Before serving, add chocolate shavings on top and serve with a large spoon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use real whipped cream for best flavor. Assemble a day ahead for convenience.

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