Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa): 500g
- Heavy cream: 500ml
- Fresh strawberries: 200g (chopped)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Digestive cookies or sponge cake: 500g
- Whipped cream: 2 cups
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder: for topping
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 1 hour (includes chocolate melting and cooling time)
- Total: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix the heavy cream with the vanilla extract and set aside.
- In another bowl, crush the digestive cookies into small pieces or if using sponge cake, cut into small pieces.
- Layer the bottom of a trifle dish or large glass bowl with a layer of cookie or cake pieces.
- Spread half of the melted chocolate over the cookie layer.
- Top with fresh strawberries and a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers with remaining cookie/cake, chocolate, strawberries, and whipped cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: Approx. 700 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: High
- Carbohydrates: High
- Protein: Moderate
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey with layers of different textures (smooth chocolate, crunchy cookies, fresh fruit).
- Ideal for chocolate lovers with a sweet tooth.
- A classic American-style dessert that can be easily customized with different types of cookies or cake.
User Comments:
- "This trifle is amazing! The combination of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries is perfect."
- "I love how easy it is to make yet so impressive for a special occasion."
- "The texture is so interesting with layers of different flavors and textures."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- Make sure to layer the ingredients evenly to achieve the best presentation.
- This dessert is quite rich, so small portions are recommended for a perfect dessert experience.
