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Glass trifle bowl filled with layers of chocolate brownie, cream, and cherries for a Black Forest Trifle Christmas dessert.

Black Forest Trifle


  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This festive dessert layers fudgy brownie cubes, tart cherries, and airy whipped cream for a stunning holiday centerpiece. Served in a clear bowl or individual glasses, it combines classic chocolate and cherry flavors in every bite.


Ingredients

  • brownies (store-bought or homemade), chopped into cubes
  • cherry pie filling or canned cherries with syrup
  • fresh whipped cream
  • mascarpone cheese
  • dark chocolate shavings

  • Instructions

    1. Prepare or bake brownies, let cool, then chop into bite-sized cubes.

    2. Layer brownie cubes evenly in the bottom of a clear trifle bowl or individual glasses.

    3. Spoon cherry pie filling or cherries with syrup over the brownie layer.

    4. Spread a layer of whipped cream mixed with mascarpone cheese over the cherries.

    5. Repeat layers of brownies, cherries, and cream until the container is filled, ending with cream.

    6. Top with dark chocolate shavings and a few whole cherries.

    7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.

    8. Serve chilled and store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: layering
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 28
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 22
    • Saturated Fat: 12
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0.5
    • Carbohydrates: 38
    • Fiber: 3
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 60

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