Description
Celebrate the holidays with this Black Forest Trifle for Christmas! Layers of rich chocolate cake, luscious cherries, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped cream topped with chocolate shavings make it a festive and indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
- 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
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package instructions or use a homemade cake. Let it cool completely and cut into cubes.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- In a trifle bowl or individual glasses, start layering: chocolate cake cubes, cherries with juice, a layer of vanilla pudding, and a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle dark chocolate shavings over the top and dust lightly with cocoa powder if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use fresh cherries for a more natural flavor, or canned cherries for convenience.
- Can be prepared a day ahead — the flavors improve overnight.
- For added texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts between layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered Trifle
- Cuisine: American