Description
Looking for the ultimate holiday dessert that combines elegance with indulgence? This Black Forest Trifle for Christmas is rich, festive, and downright stunning. It layers moist chocolate cake, tart cherry compote, and fluffy whipped cream with chocolate shavings and crunchy toppings. Perfect for your holiday dessert table, this easy recipe is ideal for those seeking quick Christmas dessert ideas, easy festive recipes, or impressive no-bake desserts that serve a crowd. Whether you're planning a big holiday dinner or looking for easy food ideas to wow your guests, this dessert delivers every time.
Ingredients
2 cups chocolate cake, crumbled
1 ½ cups cherry compote
2 cups heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup dark chocolate shavings
½ cup crushed biscotti or cookies
2 tablespoons Kirsch (optional)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
8 candied cherries or chocolate decorations (for topping)
Instructions
1. Prepare the chocolate cake in advance or use store-bought. Crumble into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a saucepan, cook pitted cherries with 1 tbsp sugar and a splash of lemon juice until thickened. Let cool completely.
3. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Chill until ready.
4. In a trifle bowl or glasses, layer chocolate cake, cherry compote, then whipped cream. Repeat until full.
5. Top with chocolate shavings, crushed cookies, and chopped nuts if using.
6. Decorate with candied cherries or festive chocolate pieces.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Make sure the cake and compote are completely cool before layering to maintain structure.
Add Kirsch for an authentic touch or skip for a family-friendly version.
Assemble the night before to let the flavors meld beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Christmas dessert, Black Forest trifle, holiday trifle, easy Christmas recipe, festive dessert