Chocolate Banana Trifle
Indulge in the ultimate layered dessert with this decadent Chocolate Banana Trifle—a showstopping treat that's as easy to assemble as it is delicious! Featuring crumbled chocolate cake, velvety chocolate pudding, fresh slices of ripe bananas, and clouds of homemade whipped cream, this no-bake dessert is the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and natural fruity sweetness. Finished with optional chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips for added flair, this trifle creates a stunning visual with its distinct layers, making it ideal for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to 8, this chocolate banana trifle will quickly become your go-to recipe for impressing guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large (store-bought or homemade) chocolate cake
- 5.1 ounces chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 4 large ripe bananas
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the chocolate pudding by whisking together the pudding mix and cold milk in a medium-sized bowl. Chill in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes until set.
While the pudding sets, whip the heavy whipping cream in a large mixing bowl using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and whip until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Slice the bananas into thin, even rounds and crumble the chocolate cake into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer the dessert as follows: start with a layer of crumbled chocolate cake at the bottom, followed by a layer of chocolate pudding, then a layer of banana slices, and finally a layer of whipped cream. Repeat these layers until you reach the top of the dish, finishing with whipped cream.
Optional: Sprinkle the top layer with chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips for added decoration and texture.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the layers to meld together and for the dessert to chill thoroughly.
Serve with a long spoon to showcase the beautiful layers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 363.5 g | 466% | |
| Saturated Fat | 168.6 g | 843% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 982 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 3842 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 792.1 g | 288% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.0 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 564.8 g | ||
| Protein | 75.9 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.7 mcg | 69% | |
| Calcium | 1904 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 5333 mg | 113% | |
*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.
