Scale

1 chocolate cake, cubed (homemade or store-bought)

2 cups cherry pie filling or cherry compote

2 cups heavy whipping cream

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

2–3 tbsp kirsch or cherry liqueur (optional)

Chocolate shavings or curls for garnish

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1. Cut chocolate cake into bite-sized cubes.

2. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.

3. Optional: Drizzle kirsch over cake cubes.

4. In a trifle bowl, layer chocolate cake evenly.

5. Add a generous layer of cherry filling.

6. Spoon a thick layer of whipped cream.

7. Repeat layers and finish with whipped cream.

8. Garnish with chocolate shavings and extra cherries.

9. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Best enjoyed within 3 days.

Kirsch adds authentic flavor but is optional.

For individual servings, build in small glasses.

Don’t freeze—whipped cream texture will suffer.