Indulge in the decadent layers of this Caramel Chocolate Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that blends rich chocolate cake, silky chocolate pudding, and fluffy homemade whipped cream. Drizzled with luscious caramel sauce and crowned with elegant chocolate shavings, this trifle is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or when you're craving something extraordinary, this no-fuss recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time. The combination of textures—from the moist cake cubes to the creamy pudding and airy whipped cream—creates a melt-in-your-mouth treat that's worth every bite. Serve it chilled for the ultimate dessert experience, and watch it disappear from the table in no time!
Bake the chocolate cake according to the package or your favorite recipe. Allow the cake to cool completely before proceeding. If using a store-bought cake, ensure it is fresh.
Prepare the chocolate pudding by whisking the instant pudding mix with the milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Slice the cooled chocolate cake into small cubes (about 1-inch pieces).
In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer the dessert as follows: Start with a layer of chocolate cake cubes at the bottom.
Drizzle the cake layer with a generous amount of caramel sauce, ensuring it spreads evenly.
Add a layer of chocolate pudding, spreading it evenly over the caramel-drizzled cake.
Top the pudding with a layer of whipped cream, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Repeat the layers (cake, caramel, pudding, whipped cream) until the bowl is full or you’ve used all the ingredients, finishing the top with whipped cream.
Garnish the top layer with chocolate shavings or curls, if desired.
Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Calories |
7374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 402.7 g | 516% | |
| Saturated Fat | 189.5 g | 948% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1066 mg | 355% | |
| Sodium | 5818 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 881.1 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 719.2 g | ||
| Protein | 62.2 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 1553 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3032 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.