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Easy Black Forest Trifle for Christmas


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  • Author: maya-refresher
  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious no-bake Black Forest Trifle that comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups cherries (canned, fresh, or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup cherry juice
  • 2 cups vanilla pudding
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to the instructions and let it cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  2. Whip the heavy cream until thick, gradually adding powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  3. Prepare cherries by draining canned ones or pitting fresh ones; toss cherries with cherry juice.
  4. Layer crumbled chocolate cake, cherries, vanilla pudding, and whipped cream in a trifle dish. Repeat layers, ending with whipped cream on top.
  5. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best results. Chill time is important to enhance flavor.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg