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Layered Chocolate Trifle

Layered Chocolate Trifle

Classic layered chocolate trifle with brownie cubes, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and chocolate crunch
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 12

INGREDIENTS

Brownie Layer

  • 1 box brownie mix 18 oz
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup water.

Chocolate Pudding Layer

  • 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding mix 3.4 oz each
  • 3 1/2 cups cold milk.

Whipped Layer

  • 3 cups heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract.

Mix ins and Topping

  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
  • cocoa powder for dusting.

INSTRUCTIONS

Bake and Cool

  • heat oven to 350 F
  • prepare brownies per mix directions and bake until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs
  • cool completely then cut into 3/4 inch cubes.

Make Pudding and Whip

  • whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened then chill 5 to 10 minutes
  • whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to medium peaks.

Assemble and Chill

  • layer brownie cubes then pudding then whipped cream in a trifle bowl repeating 2 to 3 times
  • add mini chocolate chips and crushed cookies between layers
  • finish with whipped cream then top with chocolate shavings and a light cocoa dusting
  • cover and chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

1. Use store bought brownies or chocolate cake to skip baking; Substitute thawed whipped topping for homemade whipped cream; Add sliced bananas or raspberries for a fruit layer; For a mocha version add 1 tsp instant espresso powder to the pudding; Best texture after 8 to 12 hours chilled

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g