Black Forest Trifle
A rich and indulgent no-bake Black Forest Trifle layered with chocolate cake, cherry filling, chocolate pudding, and whipped cream—perfect for holidays or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes + 4 hours chilling
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: German-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chocolate cake or brownies, cut into chunks
- 2 cups cherry pie filling (or sweetened fresh cherries)
- 2 cups chocolate pudding (instant or homemade)
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons Kirsch or cherry juice (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings or curls (for garnish)
- Fresh cherries for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cut or crumble the chocolate cake or brownies into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- If using canned or fresh cherries, prepare the filling by simmering with sugar and thickening agents as needed.
- Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package directions or use pre-made pudding.
- In a large trifle bowl or individual jars, begin layering with a base of chocolate cake pieces.
- Add a layer of cherry filling over the cake, then a layer of chocolate pudding, and top with whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers until the bowl is full, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries if desired.
Notes
- Use slightly dry or day-old cake for better texture.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace Kirsch with cherry juice or syrup.
- Trifle can be made up to 24 hours in advance for best flavor blending.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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