Description
A decadent and visually stunning Black Forest Trifle combining layers of chocolate swiss roll soaked in kirsch, smooth chocolate custard, whipped cream, cherry jam, kirsch-soaked cherries, and brownie bites, topped with fresh cherries and grated chocolate. This no-bake dessert is perfect for special occasions and serves 10 guests.
Ingredients
Chocolate Custard
- 150 g dark chocolate, chopped
- 500 ml ready made custard
Whipped Cream
- 600 ml double cream
- 2 tbsp icing sugar
Base and Mix-ins
- 300 g chocolate swiss roll or chocolate sponge
- 4-5 tbsp kirsch (plus 200 ml for soaking cherries)
- 400 g fresh cherries soaked in 200 ml kirsch
- 100 g fresh cherries (for decoration)
- 200 g cherry jam or conserve
- 150 g brownie bites
- 10 g grated chocolate (for topping)
Instructions
- Make Chocolate Custard: Place the ready made custard and chopped dark chocolate in a pan over low heat. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Once combined, remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, add the double cream and icing sugar. Whisk the mixture until soft peaks form, being careful not to over-whip.
- Prepare the Swiss Roll: Slice the chocolate swiss roll into 1-2 cm thick slices or chop chocolate sponge cake into pieces. Drizzle 4-5 tablespoons of kirsch evenly over the slices to soak.
- Assemble the Trifle - First Layer: Arrange the kirsch-soaked swiss roll slices around the edge and across the bottom of the trifle bowl to form the base layer.
- Add Chocolate Custard and Cherries: Pour half of the cooled chocolate custard evenly over the base layer. Top with half of the kirsch-soaked fresh cherries and half of the brownie bites.
- Add Whipped Cream and Cherry Jam: Spread half of the whipped cream over the cherry and brownie layer, then pour a layer of cherry jam on top.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process again with the remaining swiss roll, chocolate custard, kirsch-soaked cherries, brownie bites, whipped cream, and cherry jam.
- Finish and Decorate: Spread the remaining whipped cream smoothly over the top. Decorate with fresh cherries and sprinkle with grated chocolate.
- Chill: Refrigerate the trifle for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set before serving.
Notes
- Kirsch is a cherry brandy that adds authentic flavor; it can be omitted or substituted with cherry juice for a non-alcoholic version.
- Ensure the chocolate custard has fully cooled before layering to prevent melting the whipped cream.
- The dessert is best served chilled but can be stored in the fridge covered for up to 24 hours.
- Feel free to use chocolate sponge cake if swiss roll is unavailable.
- Adjust the sweetness of the cherry jam or conserve based on personal taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: German