Black Forest Christmas Trifle (Print Version)
Layered chocolate cake, cherries and cream combine in this elegant holiday dessert that's sure to impress your Christmas guests.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake)
→ Cream Layer
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Filling
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2 cups pitted cherries (canned or fresh), with juice or syrup
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1/4 cup cherry juice
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2 cups vanilla pudding
→ Garnish
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1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings
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1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Bake chocolate cake according to package instructions or follow homemade recipe. Allow to cool completely before cutting into 1-inch cubes.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form using a hand or stand mixer.
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Drain canned cherries, reserving juice. For fresh cherries, pit and chop them. Mix cherries with their juice or syrup and set aside to marinate.
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In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, create a base layer with chocolate cake cubes, gently pressing down to ensure an even foundation.
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Spread a layer of vanilla pudding over the cake. Follow with a layer of marinated cherries and some juice, distributing evenly.
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Add a generous layer of whipped cream over the cherries, smoothing gently with a spatula.
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Continue with more cake cubes, then pudding, cherries, and whipped cream until reaching the top of the dish. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream.
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Decorate the top with chocolate shavings and a few cherries for visual appeal.
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Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and layers to set properly.
# Notes:
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For a quicker version, store-bought brownies or sponge cake can be substituted for the homemade cake.
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This festive trifle makes an impressive centerpiece for Christmas dessert tables.