Description
Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Trifle recipe that features layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate pudding, whipped topping, and a sprinkle of chocolate chips. A delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare)
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix, 2 cups cold milk
For the Topping:
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (thawed), 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate shavings, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, optional fresh berries or mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake according to the package directions and let it cool completely. Once cooled, cut the cake into 1-inch cubes.
- Make the Chocolate Pudding Layer: In a large bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes, then let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer half of the chocolate cake cubes on the bottom. Spoon half of the chocolate pudding over the cake, spreading evenly. Add a layer of half the whipped topping, followed by a sprinkle of crushed cookies and mini chocolate chips. Repeat the layers with the remaining cake, pudding, whipped topping, and toppings.
- Chill and Serve: Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set. Garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, use brownies instead of cake.
- You can also spike the pudding with a splash of coffee liqueur for an adult version.
- Trifles are best made a few hours in advance to let the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (for cake)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (except for baking the cake)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
