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Black Forest Dessert Cups: A Delicious Easy Recipe!

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A delicious and easy recipe for Black Forest Dessert Cups, featuring layers of chocolate cake, cherry pie filling, and whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate cake crumbs (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings (for garnish)
  • Fresh cherries (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
  2. In serving cups or bowls, layer 1/4 cup of chocolate cake crumbs at the bottom.
  3. Add a layer of 1/4 cup cherry pie filling on top of the cake crumbs.
  4. Spoon a layer of whipped cream (about 1/4 cup) over the cherry filling.
  5. Repeat the layers until the cups are filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  6. Garnish with chocolate shavings and a fresh cherry, if desired.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
  • For added flavor, mix a splash of almond extract into the whipped cream.

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