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Black Forest Trifle

Black Forest Trifle

The Black Forest Trifle is a decadent, layered dessert featuring chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for any occasion. This indulgent treat is customizable, easy to prepare, and sure to impress your guests with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation!
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Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • One 9×13 chocolate cake or brownie baked according to package or recipe instructions (or use my homemade easy chocolate sheet cake recipe)
  • 30 ounces cherry pie filling approx. 2 cups, store-bought or my easy homemade recipe
  • 4 ounces kirsch or cherry brandy any cherry liqueur or amaretto, or cherry juice for a non-alcoholic version
  • 2 boxes chocolate pudding 90 grams each, prepared according to directions or make my homemade version
  • For the Whipped Cream or substitute with 3 cups whipped topping, defrosted:
  • 1 ½ cups cold heavy whipping cream or double cream
  • 2-4 tablespoons 15-30 grams powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For Garnishing:

  • Fresh cherries
  • Shaved chocolate
  • Chocolate sprinkles
  • Icing sugar or cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions
 

For the Cake

  • Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions or your homemade recipe. Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting it into 1-inch cubes.

For the Pudding

  • Prepare the pudding as directed or use my homemade recipe, then allow it to cool.

For the Whipped Cream

  • To prepare the whipped cream, place the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer.
  • Begin mixing on low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high once the mixture starts to thicken and soft peaks form. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

Assemble

  • Place half of the cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle bowl, pressing them down slightly. Drizzle with half of the kirsch, if using.
  • Top with half of the pudding, followed by half of the cherries and half of the whipped cream. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  • Cover and chill in the fridge for 1-4 hours or overnight for the best results.
  • Before serving, garnish with fresh cherries, chocolate sprinkles, or shaved chocolate, if desired. Serve chilled.