Description

Indulge in a festive Black Forest Trifle for Christmas, a delightful dessert that layers rich chocolate cake, juicy cherries, velvety vanilla pudding, and luscious whipped cream. This eye-catching treat is perfect for holiday gatherings, bringing together flavors that are sure to impress your guests. With its make-ahead convenience, you can enjoy stress-free celebrations while everyone savors the deliciousness of this layered masterpiece.

Ingredients

Scale

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 your favorite homemade recipe. Allow it to cool completely before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
In a trifle dish or individual cups, layer the dessert: start with chocolate cake pieces, drizzle cherry juice over them, add cherries, then spread vanilla pudding on top followed by whipped cream.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of whipped cream on top.
Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and cocoa powder as desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Fresh cherries enhance flavor and presentation. For added texture, consider layering crushed cookies or nuts between the layers. Keep your ingredients chilled to achieve better whipped cream peaks.