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black forest trifle for christmas
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This Black Forest Trifle combines rich chocolate mousse, sweet cherries, and airy whipped cream in a stunning layered dessert. A salted caramel cherry compote adds an extra touch of indulgence, making it perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) chocolate sponge cake, cubed
- 300g (10.5oz) cherries, pitted
- 250ml (1 cup) water
- 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp & 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp & 250ml (1 cup) heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 30g (2 tbsp) powdered sugar
- 100g (3.5oz) 70% dark chocolate, chopped
- 150ml (2/3 cup) milk
- 30g (2 tbsp) melted butter
- 1 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water
- 50g (1/2 cup) toasted hazelnut shards
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Base: Distribute cubed cake evenly in a trifle bowl.
- Add Mousse Layer: Spoon chilled chocolate mousse over the cake.
- Top with Cream: Add a layer of whipped cream.
- Drizzle Compote: Drizzle salted caramel cherry compote over the cream.
- Repeat Layers: Layer cake, mousse, cream, and compote until full.
- Final Flourish: Swirl compote on top.
- Garnish & Chill: Sprinkle with hazelnuts and chill for at least 2 hours.
Notes
For best results, chill the trifle overnight to allow flavors to meld. A clear glass bowl showcases the beautiful layers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of trifle
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg