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Mini Black Forest Trifles

Decadent Mini Black Forest Trifles Perfect for Any Occasion

Mini Black Forest Trifles are a no-bake delight that layers chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherry filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 trifles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix This is the foundation for your mini black forest trifles.
  • 1 cup Milk Essential for preparing the cake mix.
Layers
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream Adds a light, fluffy element.
  • 1 cup Cherry Pie Filling Adds a tangy sweetness.
Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Shavings Provide a decorative finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • knife
  • serving cups or mason jars
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven according to the package instructions for the chocolate cake mix. In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix with the required amount of milk, stirring until smooth. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Once the cake has cooled, cut it into small 1-inch cubes.
  3. Layer the ingredients in serving cups, starting with chocolate cake cubes, then whipped cream, and finally cherry filling. Repeat until cups are filled.
  4. Top the trifles with chocolate shavings or fresh berries and cover with plastic wrap.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trifleCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results and consider making these a day in advance for enhanced flavor.

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