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Chocolate Trifle

Chocolate Trifle: A Classic Dessert That Never Fails

Abby Martin
This chocolate trifle is an easy layered dessert with cake, pudding, and cream, perfect for any occasion.
2 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chocolate cake or brownies cut into cubes
  • 2 cups chocolate pudding or custard
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings or curls
  • 1/2 cup fresh berries optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Place chocolate cake cubes at the bottom of a glass bowl.
  • 2. Spoon pudding over the cake layer.
  • 3. Spread whipped cream evenly.
  • 4. Repeat layers until the bowl is filled.
  • 5. Top with chocolate shavings and berries before serving.

Notes

Chill the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving.
Make ahead by preparing components separately.
Substitute with gluten-free cake or dairy-free pudding as needed.
Keyword Chocolate Trifle, holiday trifle, layered dessert