Jamie Oliver Black Forest Trifle - Jamie Oliver Dishes

Jamie Oliver Black Forest Trifle is made with cherries in syrup, dark chocolate, gelatine, custard, hazelnuts, double cream, vanilla bean paste, icing sugar, and panettone. This decadent Jamie Oliver recipe creates a luxurious dessert that takes about 5 hours to prepare and can serve up to 10 people.

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🤎 Why You’ll Love This Black Forest Trifle Recipe:

Tastes Amazing: The mix of dark chocolate, cherries, and cream makes this dessert taste rich and delicious.
Looks Great: The trifle’s layers look beautiful and will wow your guests.
Easy to Make: This recipe is simple and doesn’t need special baking skills.
Common Ingredients: You can find all the ingredients easily at any store.
Great for Special Days: This dessert is perfect for holidays, parties, and special events.

🍒 Jamie Oliver Black Forest Trifle Ingredients

3 tins (425 g each) of cherries in syrup
300 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
4 leaves of gelatine
3 tins (400 g each) of custard
100 g hazelnuts
600 ml double cream
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1 heaped tablespoon icing sugar
3 slices (1 cm each) of panettone

🥧 How To Make Jamie Oliver Black Forest Trifle

Drain the cherries through a sieve into a measuring jug. If needed, top up with cold water to make 1 pint (568 ml). Pour this liquid into a medium pan and heat it on medium. Transfer the cherries to a bowl.
To make chocolate curls, lay the unwrapped chocolate flat on a work surface. Carefully drag a chef’s knife towards you from top to bottom to make curls. Repeat until you have 6 to 8 good curls. Transfer the curls to a plate and leave them in the fridge until ready to use.
Break the remaining chocolate into a heatproof bowl, add a pinch of sea salt, and place it over the pan with the cherry liquid until melted. Break the gelatine leaves into a small bowl, cover with cold water, and let them dissolve. Remove the bowl of melted chocolate from the heat, pour in the custard, and mix until fully combined.
Whisk the gelatine into the cherry liquid until dissolved, then pour it into a trifle dish. Scatter a handful of cherries into the dish and let it cool. Then, place it in the fridge for 4 hours until set.
Toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan for 5 minutes until golden, then crush them into crumbs.
Pour the cream into a large mixing bowl, add the vanilla bean paste and icing sugar, and whisk to soft peaks. Layer the trifle by spreading ⅓ of the chocolate custard over the set gelatine. Top with 1 slice of panettone, dot cherries over it, and drizzle with a little juice from the bowl.
Repeat the layers with cream, chocolate custard, panettone, cherries, and juice until you have 3 layers of each. Pipe or spoon the remaining cream on top. Sprinkle with chocolate curls and hazelnut crumbs. Serve immediately.

💭 Recipe Tips

Use Good Chocolate: Pick good dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for better taste and texture.
Soften Gelatine Well: Soak the gelatine leaves in cold water until soft before mixing them with the cherry liquid to avoid lumps.
Toast Hazelnuts: Toasting hazelnuts makes them tastier and gives a nice crunch.
Whip Cream to Soft Peaks: Whip the cream until it’s light and fluffy for the best texture.
Layer Slowly: Layer the trifle slowly to make sure each layer is even for the best look and taste.

🍧 What To Serve With Black Forest Trifle?

Black Forest Trifle pairs well with whipped cream, fresh berries, coffee, and vanilla ice cream. It also can be served alongside chocolate sauce, fruit salad, nuts, and biscotti for a delicious treat.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Black Forest Trifle?

Refrigerate: Store the trifle covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Freeze: Freezing is not recommended as it can affect the texture.

FAQs

Can I Use Fresh Cherries Instead Of Tinned Cherries?

Yes, you can use fresh cherries. Cook them with some sugar and water to create a syrup before using them in the recipe.

What Can I Use Instead Of Panettone?

If you can’t find panettone, you can use any light and sweet bread like brioche or sponge cake.

How Long Can The Trifle Sit Out Before Serving?

The trifle should be kept in the fridge until just before serving. It can sit out for about an hour, but keep it cool for the best texture.

Can I Make The Trifle Ahead Of Time?

Yes, you can make the trifle the day before. Just keep it covered in the fridge until you are ready to serve it.

How Can I Make The Trifle More Chocolatey?

To make the trifle more chocolatey, add extra chocolate shavings between the layers or use chocolate-flavored custard.