Introduction
Some desserts quietly please, while others steal the show—and the Party-Perfect Chocolate Trifle definitely belongs to the latter category. With its stunning layers of soft cake, creamy pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and crunchy chocolate garnishes, this dessert looks just as spectacular as it tastes.
At a recent gathering, this trifle made its entrance like a star—by the time everyone took their first bite, the room went silent. Rich, velvety, and indulgent, it’s the kind of dessert you’ll be asked to bring to every party from now on.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake Layer
- 1 box (15–18 oz) chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
OR 1 homemade chocolate sponge cake
For the Pudding Layer
- 2 boxes (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 cups cold milk
For the Whipped Cream Layer
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Garnish
- 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies (Oreos work perfectly)
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Optional: caramel drizzle or chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Bake the Cake
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package directions (or use your favorite homemade recipe).
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
Step 2: Make the Pudding
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mixes and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
- Refrigerate for 5–10 minutes to set.
Step 3: Whip the Cream
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Be careful not to overbeat—the texture should remain light and airy.
Step 4: Assemble the Trifle
- In a clear glass trifle bowl (or large glass dish), start with a layer of cake cubes.
- Spoon over a generous layer of chocolate pudding.
- Spread a fluffy layer of whipped cream.
- Sprinkle with crushed cookies or chocolate shavings.
- Repeat the layers until the bowl is full, finishing with whipped cream and garnishes on top.
Step 5: Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, making sure to scoop down through all the layers for the perfect bite.