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Black Forest Trifle

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A festive dessert featuring layers of chocolate cake, creamy pudding, and sweet cherries, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box of chocolate cake mix (or 1 homemade chocolate cake)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for whipping)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups canned or fresh cherries (pitted, with juice or syrup)
  • 1/4 cup cherry juice (from the canned cherries or fresh)
  • 2 cups vanilla pudding (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings (or grated chocolate)
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, cut it into small cubes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
  3. If using canned cherries, drain them and reserve the juice. If using fresh cherries, pit and chop them. Mix them with the cherry juice.
  4. In a large trifle dish or individual cups, start layering. Begin with a layer of chocolate cake cubes, followed by some cherries, a layer of vanilla pudding, and then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Cover the trifle and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to let it set.

Notes

Store the trifle in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best enjoyed within the first couple of days.

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Keywords: trifle, dessert, chocolate, cherries, holiday dessert

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