BECKY EXCELL’S BLACK FOREST YULE LOG TRIFLE

SERVES 8-10; TAKES 1 HOUR

Method

STEP 1

Unroll the Yule log sponge and spread with either the chocolate icing or the whipped cream and re-roll tightly. Leave the outside uncovered. 

STEP 2

For the chocolate custard layer, place the custard and chocolate in a saucepan over a low heat. Heat gently and stir until the chocolate has melted and it’s well combined. Remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl, then cover with cling film and allow to fully cool. 

STEP 3

For the whipped cream layer, pour the cream into a large mixing bowl and whisk until it reaches soft peaks. Add the icing sugar and mix until well combined, then add the Kirsch and gently fold in. 

STEP 4

For the cherry filling layer, mix together the tin of cherry pie filling with the Kirsch.  

STEP 5

To assemble the trifle, slice the Yule log into rounds and place slices all around the sides of a trifle dish, as well as in the base as a flat layer. Pour over the Kirsch and allow it to soak into the sponge. 

STEP 6

Spread a layer of the cherry filling on top of the log layer, then cover with a layer of chocolate custard. Follow this with a layer of the whipped cream, then repeat the layers. Finish with the grated chocolate and cherries as a garnish. Allow to set and chill in the fridge until ready to serve.