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Black Forest Trifle

Decadent Black Forest Trifle to Delight Your Holiday Table

A showstopping Black Forest Trifle combining rich chocolate, tart cherries, and fluffy whipped cream for a delightful holiday dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake
  • 1 recipe Chocolate Sponge Cake Can substitute with dark chocolate brownie cubes for a fudgier texture.
For the Boozy Cherry Compote
  • 2 cups Cherries Use fresh or frozen.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust based on taste.
  • 1/4 cup Liqueur (e.g., Kirsch) Can substitute with raspberry liqueur.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Dairy-free alternative can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Shavings Use dark or milk chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Nuts (e.g., almonds or pistachios) Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Cake pan
  • Saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • trifle dish
  • chilled bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Sponge Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan, then mix together the ingredients for the chocolate sponge cake according to your recipe. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Once baked, let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  2. Make the Boozy Cherry Compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cherries with sugar, a splash of water, and the liqueur. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, pour in the heavy cream. Add powdered sugar and whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Layer the Trifle: Cut the cooled chocolate sponge cake into bite-sized cubes. In a trifle dish, layer sponge cake, cherry compote, and whipped cream, repeating until all ingredients are used.
  5. Garnish and Chill: Top with chocolate shavings or toasted nuts. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the chocolate sponge cake cools completely before layering to prevent melting the whipped cream. To customize, swap ingredients according to your taste preferences.

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