Description
A delightful dessert combining layers of chocolate cake, cherries, and whipped cream, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 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
- Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Allow it to cool completely before cutting it into small cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until it forms soft peaks. Make sure not to overwhip it.
- If using canned cherries, drain them while keeping some juice. If using fresh, simply pit them and set them aside. You can also mix the cherries with cherry juice for extra flavor.
- In a large glass bowl or individual cups, start placing a layer of chocolate cake cubes at the bottom. Follow with a layer of cherries, then a layer of vanilla pudding, and a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until you fill the bowl or cups, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in more cherry juice between layers or adding a splash of cherry liqueur.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: trifle, dessert, chocolate, cherries, holiday