Ingredients
- Chocolate cake (store-bought or homemade)
- Canned cherries or fresh cherries (pitted)
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for garnish)
- Kirsch (cherry brandy) – optional
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to recipe or package instructions and let it cool.
- Layer pieces of chocolate cake at the bottom of a trifle bowl or individual glasses.
- Add a layer of cherries on top of the cake.
- Spoon a layer of whipped cream over the cherries.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder, and add a splash of Kirsch if desired.
- Chill before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For a twist, use different types of berries instead of cherries or add layers of vanilla pudding for creaminess. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg