Here's an easy dessert that was the result of an "accident" at the bakery one day. Some small chocolate cakes refused to come out of the their pans (someone forgot to grease and flour!). Sad at the thought of throwing out all that delicious cake, Jennifer assembled layers of broken cake, pudding, whipped cream, and chocolate cookie crumbs. The results were fabulous, and many customers come back asking if any more "mistakes" have been made so they can have their terrific trifle!
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake:
- Use your favorite chocolate cake recipe or even a box of your favorite chocolate cake mix. Allow cake to cool for 15 minutes before proceeding. Break up the cake into small pieces in a large bowl.
Chocolate Pudding Filling:
- 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups whole milk
Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Garnish:
- About 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs, or chocolate-sandwich cookies, crushed into crumbs
Directions
Prepare the chocolate cake as recommended above.
To prepare the chocolate pudding filling: In a large bowl, on the medium speed of an electric mixer, beat the instant pudding and the milk for 3 minutes. Place uncovered in the refrigerator and chill until set, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium-size bowl, whip the heavy cream with the sugar and the vanilla extract until soft peaks form, being careful not to overwhip.
To assemble the trifle: Place 1/3 of the cake in the bottom of a large glass bowl. Place over this 1/3 of the pudding mixture, spreading evenly with a rubber spatula. Spread 1/3 of the whipped cream over this. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the cookie crumbs. Proceed in this fashion until three layers have been assembled, ending with a dusting of the cookie crumbs. Refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight, before cutting and serving.
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By momoffour61
on December 17, 2011
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Instead of cookies, try using chopped up Heath bars!
By lisad810_9366265
margate, FL
on December 03, 2009
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I made this for Thanksgiving Dessert and not only was it delicious, the presentation is very impressive! A big hit with the kids!! I used Graham Crackers broken up rather than oreo cookies which I thought would be too sweet. Regardless of your cookie preference, this is so easy and so worth it!! I will be making this again and again!!
By singhradha_6069026
Vienna, VA
on December 03, 2009
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I made it several times last year for various holiday parties and everyone has been asking for more. Highly recommend this. Very easy to make.
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