Description

Jamie Oliver’s Black Forest Trifle is a decadent dessert that combines layers of rich chocolate sponge, luscious cherries, smooth custard, and fluffy whipped cream. Inspired by the classic Black Forest cake, this trifle is a show-stopping treat perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chocolate Sponge Layer:

200g chocolate sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)

2 tablespoons cherry liqueur (or cherry juice for a non-alcoholic version)

For the Cherry Layer:

300g fresh or canned cherries (pitted)

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Custard Layer:

500ml custard (homemade or store-bought)

100g dark chocolate (melted)

For the Whipped Cream Layer:

300ml double cream (whipped)

1 tablespoon icing sugar

For Garnish:

Dark chocolate shavings

Extra cherries for decoration

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Sponge

Cut the chocolate sponge cake into small cubes.

Drizzle cherry liqueur or juice over the cake pieces and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Cherry Layer

In a saucepan, heat cherries, sugar, and vanilla extract over medium heat.

Cook for 5 minutes until the cherries soften and release their juices.

Let the mixture cool before layering.

Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Custard

Melt the dark chocolate and stir it into the custard until smooth.

Let it cool slightly before assembling the trifle.

Step 4: Whip the Cream

In a bowl, whip double cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form.

Step 5: Assemble the Trifle

In a trifle dish, add a layer of soaked chocolate sponge.

Spoon over the cherry mixture, ensuring an even spread.

Pour the chocolate custard on top, followed by a generous layer of whipped cream.

Repeat the layers if needed and finish with whipped cream on top.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle dark chocolate shavings over the trifle.

Add a few whole cherries on top for decoration.

Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.