Chocolate Kahlua Trifle
Indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this luxurious Chocolate Kahlua Trifle—a show-stopping, no-bake dessert that's as easy to make as it is impressive. Layers of moist chocolate cake infused with rich Kahlua, velvety chocolate pudding, and fluffy homemade whipped cream come together in a harmonious medley of flavors and textures. Topped with optional chocolate shavings and crushed toffee bits, this decadent trifle is perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want to wow your guests. Ready in just 25 minutes, this make-ahead dessert is served chilled, allowing the bold coffee liqueur and chocolate flavors to meld to perfection. Whether you're a dessert enthusiast or a lover of easy entertaining, this trifle delivers indulgence in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (9-inch cake) Chocolate cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 box (3.9 oz) Instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup (optional) Chocolate shavings or curls
- 1 cup (optional) Crushed toffee bits
Instructions
1. Start by preparing the cake. If using a store-bought cake, crumble it into small chunks. If baking your own, ensure it has fully cooled before crumbling.
2. In a small bowl, pour the Kahlua and set aside.
3. In another bowl, prepare the chocolate pudding by whisking the instant pudding mix with 2 cups of milk according to package instructions. Let it set for a few minutes.
4. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue beating until stiff peaks form to create homemade whipped cream.
5. Assemble the trifle in a large glass bowl or trifle dish. Start with a layer of crumbled chocolate cake and drizzle generously with Kahlua.
6. Spread a layer of chocolate pudding over the cake.
7. Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the pudding.
8. Repeat the layers (cake drizzled with Kahlua, pudding, and whipped cream) until the ingredients are used up, finishing with a whipped cream layer on top.
9. Garnish the trifle with chocolate shavings or curls and crushed toffee bits for extra texture and flavor.
10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy this luscious dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 359.4 g | 461% | |
| Saturated Fat | 208.7 g | 1043% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 764 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 4566 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 920.9 g | 335% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.8 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 717.1 g | ||
| Protein | 82.6 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.4 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 1280 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 3130 mg | 67% | |
*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.
