Black Forest Trifle for Christmas Recipe
Christmas deserves a special dessert. Black Forest Trifle for Christmas Recipe is perfect for celebrations.
Equipment
- Large glass
- Hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowls
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 chocolate cake store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cans cherry pie filling 21 oz each
- 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
- 1/4 cup kirsch or cherry juice optional
Instructions
- Cut your chocolate cake into small cubes.
- Make them about 1-inch in size.
- Set the pieces aside on a plate.
- Pour heavy cream into a cold bowl.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract together.
- Beat until stiff peaks form completely.
- This takes about 3-4 minutes usually.
- Place cake cubes at the bottom first.
- Drizzle with kirsch if you're using it.
- Add a layer of cherry pie filling.
- Spread whipped cream over the cherries gently.
- Repeat these layers until bowl is full.
- Top with remaining whipped cream generously.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top beautifully.
- Add a few whole cherries for decoration.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours minimum.
Notes
- Use cold cream for better whipping results.
- Don't overmix or cream becomes too thick.
- Let the trifle chill before serving always.
- Make it a day ahead for better flavor.
- Use a clear bowl to show layers.
- Fresh cherries work if pie filling unavailable.
- Add a splash of coffee for depth.