Death by Chocolate in a Trifle Bowl
Indulge in pure dessert decadence with "Death by Chocolate in a Trifle Bowl," the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream! This show-stopping layered dessert combines moist, bite-sized chunks of chocolate cake, velvety chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and a generous sprinkling of crushed candy bars for a symphony of rich textures and flavors. Assembled in a stunning trifle bowl, this no-fuss recipe is a visual feast that’s perfect for gatherings, holidays, or simply satisfying your deepest chocolate cravings. Garnish with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an extra touch of indulgence. Ready in just a few steps, this dessert is as easy to make as it is to devour—and serves 12, making it ideal for any crowd-sized celebration. Keywords: chocolate trifle dessert, layered chocolate trifle, trifle bowl recipes, death by chocolate recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Chocolate cake mix
- 3 large Eggs (as per cake mix instructions)
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (as per cake mix instructions)
- 1.25 cups Water (as per cake mix instructions)
- 2 packages Instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 cups Milk (as per pudding mix instructions)
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 6 bars Candy bars (e.g., Heath, Butterfinger, or your favorite), crushed
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate syrup (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions (mixing the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water). Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely. Once cooled, cut the cake into small, bite-sized cubes.
Prepare the instant chocolate pudding by whisking the pudding mix with milk according to the package instructions. Refrigerate for 5 minutes or until set.
Crush the candy bars into small pieces using a rolling pin or food processor. Set aside.
In a large trifle bowl, begin assembling the layers. Start with a layer of the chocolate cake cubes at the bottom.
Spoon a layer of prepared chocolate pudding over the cake cubes, spreading it evenly.
Add a layer of whipped topping, smoothing it with a spatula for even coverage.
Sprinkle a generous handful of crushed candy bars over the whipped topping.
Repeat the layering (cake, pudding, whipped topping, and crushed candy bars) until the trifle bowl is full. Aim for 3-4 complete layers, ending with whipped topping and candy bars on top.
Optionally, garnish the top layer with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra decadence.
Cover the trifle bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled. Use a large spoon to scoop out servings, ensuring each scoop includes all layers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.5 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.3 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*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.
