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Black Forest Trifle

Decadent Black Forest Trifle for Festive Gatherings

Experience the indulgent layers of a Black Forest Trifle, perfect for festive gatherings and satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake
  • 1 recipe Chocolate Sponge Cake Consider using dark chocolate brownie cubes for a richer flavor.
For the Boozy Cherry Compote
  • 2 cups Cherries Can be replaced with raspberries for a lighter twist.
  • 1 cup Sugar Balances the tart cherries.
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Liqueur Feel free to swap with raspberry liqueur.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Avoid substitutes for best texture.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Almond Slivers Chopped pistachios can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings Enhances visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Medium saucepan
  • trifle dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bake the Chocolate Sponge Cake: Prepare the cake according to your recipe. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, let cool.
  2. Make the Boozy Cherry Compote: Combine cherries, sugar, and cherry liqueur in a saucepan, simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened. Cool to room temperature.
  3. Whip the Cream: Beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar for sweetness and continue whipping until fluffy.
  4. Assemble the Trifle Layers: Layer crumbled sponge cake, cherry compote, and whipped cream in a trifle dish, repeating layers and ending with whipped cream.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover and chill the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with chocolate shavings and almond slivers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare this trifle a day ahead to save time on the day of your gathering. Customize with different fruits or liqueurs to suit your taste.

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