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A close-up of mini Black Forest cups featuring layered chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries topped with chocolate shavings

Decadent Mini Black Forest Cups: Your New Favorite Dessert!

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Discover how to make irresistible Mini Black Forest Dessert Cups that are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. This decadent dessert combines rich chocolate, sweet cherries, and fluffy whipped cream in individual servings, making it a show-stopping treat for parties, dinners, or special moments. Easy to assemble with layered flavors, these Mini Black Forest Cups are a quick way to enjoy the classic Black Forest cake in a portable, elegant format.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup of canned or fresh cherries, drained
  • 1 cup of chocolate cake or brownie chunks
  • 1 cup of sweetened whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 2 tablespoons of cherry liqueur (optional)
  • Dark chocolate shavings or chocolate chips
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish
  • Cookie crumbs or graham cracker crumbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain the cherries and toss with cherry liqueur if desired. Set aside.
  2. Layer chopped chocolate cake or brownie pieces at the bottom of each dessert cup using a spoon or piping bag.
  3. Top the chocolate layer with prepared cherries, drizzling with optional cherry liqueur for added flavor.
  4. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and gently layer or pipe over the cherries.
  5. Scatter dark chocolate shavings and chocolate chips on top, then garnish with a maraschino cherry.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of cherry liqueur to the whipped cream or cherries.
  • Use gluten-free brownie or cake options if needed for dietary restrictions.
  • Assemble the cups 1-2 hours in advance for maximum freshness.
  • Decorate with additional cherries or mint for presentation.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake, Layered
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cup
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 35 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg