
The name actually comes not from Der Schwarzwald region (Black Forest), but from the region’s classic liquor, known as Schwarzwälder Kirsch (wasser). It’s got everything, original ingredients, regional variations and even traditional costumes all linked to the famous dessert. How did Black Forest Gateau get its name? No need to add butter and icing sugar is a personal preference as dairy cream is naturally sweetened with lactose. Whipped Cream – just use your normal whipping cream. Be aware that a shop bought ready made custard will not set in the same way as a Birds home made custard. Alternatively, make things even simpler and get a ready made carton of chocolate custard.
#BLACK FOREST TRIFLE WITH JELLY FULL#
This recipe can easy be made with dairy-filled products if dairy free is not an issue for you.īlancmange – use normal milk instead of a dairy free substitute (go for a full fat for an even creamier blancmange).Ĭhocolate Custard – use the same milk to make your Birds custard.

Whipped Cream – plant based dairy free cream and vegan butter with a touch of icing sugar to sweeten.Ĭan I make this trifle with normal cream and milk?Īs with all my recipe I want this to accessible to as many diets as possible. ( NOTE: Birds is a may contain for milk so use a safe custard powder* if allergic) For this recipe I’ve made the cake into 12 muffins to use in my trifle.Ĭherry Jelly – a simple black cherry flavour jelly by Hartley’s here in the UK.īlancmange – another block of black cherry jelly but mixed with 50/50 water and dairy free milk.Ĭherry Pie Filling – a tin of cherry pie filling, that’s it!Ĭhocolate Custard – Birds custard made with dairy free milk, sugar and a tablespoon of cocoa powder. This helps bind the sponge and there’s an extra splash of dairy free milk. I’ve adapted it ever so slightly to use flaxseed and psyllium husk. It’s fool proof and made by Emma at Free From Farmhouse. Maybe that heading should what goes into my Black Forest Trifle? There are six layers – yes six and I’m making no apologies because each layer is super simple to make.Ĭhocolate Cake – this is a chocolate cake recipe that our family go to every time. What goes into a Black Forest Trifle Dessert?

Dairy Free Black Forest Trifle Dessert Recipe.More delicious gluten free dessert ideas.How did Black Forest Gateau get its name?.Can I make this trifle with normal cream and milk?.

