Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Custard
- 150 g dark chocolate (chopped)
- 500 ml ready made custard
Whipped Cream
- 600 ml double cream
- 2 tbsp icing sugar
Chocolate Cherry Swiss roll
- 1 x jumbo chocolate swiss roll
- 4–5 tbsp Kirsch (optional)
Everything Else
- 400–600 g cherries in kirsch/cherries in syrup/cherry Pie filling
- 200 g fresh cherries
- 200 g cherry jam/conserve
- 1 x tub brownie bites
- 25 g grated chocolate
Instructions
- Make the chocolate custard: Start by pouring your ready-made custard into a saucepan and adding the chopped dark chocolate. Heat on low, stirring gently, until the chocolate melts into the custard and everything is smooth. Pour the custard into a bowl and let it cool completely. (Tip: Cover the surface with cling film to prevent a skin from forming.)
- Whip the cream: In a large bowl, combine double cream and icing sugar. Whisk until soft peaks form—stop as soon as you get there, or it might turn into butter (been there, done that).
- Slice the Swiss roll: Use a serrated knife to cut the Swiss roll into 1–2cm slices. If you’re using kirsch, sprinkle a few tablespoons over the slices to soak in that cherry flavor.
- Build your trifle: Start layering! Arrange Swiss roll slices around the edges and cover the bottom of your trifle bowl. Pour in half the chocolate custard and spread it evenly. Add half the cherries, half the brownie bites, and half the whipped cream. Spread on a layer of cherry jam. Repeat all the layers, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Decorate: Top your trifle with fresh cherries and a sprinkling of grated chocolate for that final flourish.
- Chill: Let the trifle sit in the fridge for at least an hour to set—it’ll be easier to scoop and less runny when serving.
Notes
How to serve this beauty
Presentation matters, and this trifle is already halfway there with its stunning layers. Use a large serving spoon to scoop generous portions into individual dessert bowls. For a fancy touch, top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and an extra cherry. It pairs beautifully with a light dessert wine or even a cup of espresso.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert