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Black Forest Trifle

Irresistible Black Forest Trifle: No-Bake Delight Awaits

This no-bake Black Forest Trifle features layers of chocolate cake, custard, and cherry filling for a delicious dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix or homemade chocolate cake
For the Cherry Layer
  • 1 can cherry pie filling homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Kirsch (cherry liqueur) or substitute with cherry juice
For the Chocolate Custard
  • 1 box chocolate pudding mix or homemade chocolate pudding
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream or store-bought whipped topping
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for sweetening
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Assembly
  • 1 cup fresh cherries for garnish
  • 1 cup shaved chocolate or sprinkles for decoration
  • 2 tablespoons icing sugar or cocoa powder for dusting

Equipment

  • trifle bowl
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake: Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions, then cool completely.
  2. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: Mix the pudding according to package instructions and refrigerate until thickened.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  4. Assemble the Trifle: Layer crumbled cake, cherry filling, pudding, and whipped cream in a trifle bowl.
  5. Chill the Trifle: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 to 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Decorate with fresh cherries and chocolate shavings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill time is crucial for blending the flavors. Consider using a clear glass bowl for a beautiful presentation.

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