Decadent Chocolate Trifle with Cake and Cream Recipe
This easy and delicious Chocolate Trifle features layers of moist cake, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream, creating a delightful and elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. The chilled trifle allows the flavors to meld together, offering a decadent treat that’s simple to assemble and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cake Layer
- 2 cups chocolate cake, baked and cut into cubes
Chocolate Pudding
- 2 cups prepared chocolate pudding (store-bought or homemade)
Whipped Cream
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: If not already prepared, bake a chocolate cake according to your favorite recipe or box instructions. Once baked and cooled, cut the cake into bite-sized cubes suitable for layering.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract using a mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Layer the Trifle: In a clear glass trifle bowl or individual serving glasses, start by placing a layer of chocolate cake cubes at the bottom.
- Add the Pudding: Spoon a generous layer of chocolate pudding over the cake layer, spreading evenly.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Spread a layer of freshly whipped cream over the pudding.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process—cake, pudding, and whipped cream—until the dish is filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Chill: Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the dessert to set nicely before serving.
Notes
- Use any chocolate cake recipe or boxed mix for convenience.
- For a quicker version, use store-bought chocolate pudding and whipped topping.
- Add optional toppings such as chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Trifles can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavors.
Keywords: chocolate trifle, layered dessert, chocolate pudding dessert, easy trifle, whipped cream dessert
