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Black Forest Trifle

Delicious Black Forest Trifle for a Showstopper Dessert

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Black Forest Trifle, a perfect blend of chocolate and cherry for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder use Dutch-processed for a richer taste
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness for proper rise
  • ½ cup butter can substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
  • ½ cup brown sugar light brown sugar can be swapped for dark
  • ½ cup granulated sugar adjust based on taste
  • 2 large eggs for egg-free, substitute with flax egg or applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon cherry extract replace with almond extract for a different twist
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips substitute with semi-sweet or milk chocolate
  • ½ cup dried cherries replace with cranberries for a different flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and cherry extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and fold gently until just blended.
  6. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and dried cherries until evenly distributed.
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly underbaked.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, refrigerate your cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking.

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