Black Forest Trifle Recipe
A decadent and visually stunning Black Forest Trifle that layers chocolate cake, vanilla pudding, cherries, and whipped cream. Perfect for festive occasions, this no-bake assembly dessert combines rich chocolate flavors with luscious cherries and creamy textures for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chocolate Cake
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix (or 1 homemade chocolate cake)
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cherries
- 2 cups canned or fresh cherries (pitted, with juice or syrup)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice (from the canned cherries or fresh)
Other
- 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 Cake: Bake the chocolate cake according to the box instructions or your homemade recipe, then let it cool completely. Cut into 1-inch cubes to create uniform pieces for layering.
- Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, using a hand or stand mixer. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cherries: Drain canned cherries, reserving the juice, or pit and chop fresh cherries. Combine cherries with their juice or syrup in a bowl and let them marinate to develop flavor.
- Assemble the Trifle: Start with a layer of chocolate cake cubes in a large trifle dish or individual glasses. Spread an even layer of vanilla pudding over the cake. Add marinated cherries with some juice on top, followed by a generous layer of whipped cream. Repeat these layers—cake, pudding, cherries, and whipped cream—until the dish is filled, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Top with Chocolate and Cherries: Garnish the top layer with dark chocolate shavings and a few cherries for decoration. Optionally, dust with cocoa powder for an extra touch.
- Let it Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight to let the flavors meld and the layers set properly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute store-bought brownies or sponge cake for a quicker assembly.
- For an extra cherry flavor, add a splash of cherry liqueur to the cherry mixture.
- This trifle can be made a day ahead, making it ideal for holiday meal prep.
- Adjust the sugar in the whipped cream according to your sweetness preference.
- Use fresh cherries in season for the best taste and texture.
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