Description
A delicious and easy chocolate trifle layered with brownies, pudding, and whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (19.8 ounce) package brownie mix (or homemade)
- 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or whipped cream)
- 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or whipped cream)
- 1 (1.5 ounce) bar chocolate candy or toffee bits
- Optional toppings like any preferred candy bar
Instructions
- Mix The Pudding: Start by whisking the pudding mix with your choice of milk until it thickens. You will notice it starts to get nice and creamy, which is exactly what you want. Make sure to whisk for the full time suggested, or it may end up way too runny.
- Prepare The Cake Layers: Grab your chocolate cake and cut it into squares or strips. The cake should feel moist, and the chocolate aroma will be irresistible. Just be careful to use cakes that have cooled completely; otherwise, the layers might crumble when you start layering.
- Layer It Up: Begin layering by placing a piece of cake at the bottom of your serving dish. You will see the cake get cushioned by pudding and cream, creating a lovely contrast. Do not overfill or it will overflow when you add the next layer, and we definitely do not want a messy kitchen!
- Top With Cream: Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cake and pudding layers. The cream should be smooth and fluffy, and it will add a light, airy feel to your trifle. If it is too soft, it might not hold up, so consider using stabilized whipped cream for a firmer finish.
- Add The Final Touches: Sprinkle your favorite toppings on top of the whipped cream. Anything crunchy or sweet is great here, and it should look colorful and inviting. Avoid heavy toppings that might sink into the layers, as that can mess with the trifle’s presentation.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the trifle and let it sit in the fridge for a good amount of time. You will notice the flavors melding beautifully. Skipping this step might leave the layers too loose, so patience is key for that perfect bite!
Notes
- Storage Tips: Keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Do not freeze.
- Expert Tips: If brownies crumble when layering, allow them to cool completely before cutting into squares for easier handling.
- When making the pudding, whisk the mixture for the full 2 minutes as directed to prevent runniness.
- For layers that hold up better, consider using stabilized whipped cream instead of regular whipped topping.
- If time allows, refrigerate the trifle for at least 8 hours or overnight to set the layers nicely.
- For toppings, feel free to swap in any favorite candy bar to suit personal taste or occasion.
Nutrition
- Calories: 193
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 127mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 1mg