Description
This Black Forest Trifle is a decadent layered dessert featuring rich chocolate cake, sweet cherry pie filling, creamy chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream. It’s a stunning yet easy-to-make treat perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 chocolate cake (baked and cooled, from boxed mix or homemade)
- 2 cans cherry pie filling
- 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix (prepared as per package instructions)
- 1 large tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip) or 3 cups freshly whipped cream
- Maraschino cherries or shaved chocolate, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package directions and let it cool completely. Cut into small cubes.
- Prepare the instant chocolate pudding as per package instructions and chill until set.
- In a trifle dish, layer chocolate cake cubes on the bottom.
- Add a layer of cherry pie filling over the cake.
- Spread a layer of chocolate pudding over the cherries.
- Top with a layer of whipped topping.
- Repeat the layers until the trifle dish is full, ending with a layer of whipped topping.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries or chocolate shavings, if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Can substitute chocolate cake with brownies for a fudgier texture.
- For a boozy version, drizzle kirsch or cherry liqueur over the cake layers.
- Try vanilla or cheesecake-flavored pudding for a different taste.
- Use fresh cherries in season for a more natural tartness.
- Individual servings in mason jars add an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
