English Expression · Intermediate

Black Forest

A style of confectionery that is a combination of dark chocolate, cream, and cherries

Pronunciation: say Black Forest

Meaning

A rich dessert made of layers of chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries, typically decorated with more cream and chocolate shavings.

Example

One reader combines equal parts of cherry pie filling and chocolate pudding for a quick dessert—a sort of Black Forest pudding or parfait.

One reader combines equal parts of cherry pie filling and chocolate pudding for a quick dessert—a sort of Black Forest pudding or parfait.

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