Chocolate Cheese Trifle
Indulge in the decadent layers of this Chocolate Cheese Trifle—a show-stopping dessert that's as luscious as it is easy to make! This recipe combines the richness of chocolate cake, velvety dark chocolate pudding, and a creamy cheesecake filling made with whipped cream and a hint of vanilla. Each layer stacks beautifully in a trifle bowl, creating a visually stunning treat that’s perfect for any celebration or a sweet weeknight indulgence. Topped with a cloud of whipped cream and sprinkled with chocolate shavings, this no-fuss layered dessert offers a symphony of textures and flavors in every spoonful. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time, this Chocolate Cheese Trifle is an effortless crowd-pleaser that serves up to 8 lucky guests.
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Ingredients
- 1 box (or homemade equivalent) Chocolate cake
- 2 packs (3.4 oz each) Dark chocolate pudding mix
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups (pre-whipped or freshly whipped) Whipping cream, for topping
- 0.25 cups Chocolate shavings or curls
Directions
Step 1
Bake the chocolate cake according to the box instructions (or use your favorite homemade recipe). Let it cool completely, and then cut it into small cubes.
Step 2
Prepare the chocolate pudding by whisking the pudding mix with 4 cups of whole milk. Let it set in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Gradually add 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. This is your cheesecake filling.
Step 5
In a large trifle bowl, layer 1/3 of the chocolate cake cubes as the base.
Step 6
Spread 1/3 of the cheesecake filling evenly over the cake layer.
Step 7
Add 1/3 of the chocolate pudding as the next layer.
Step 8
Repeat the layers (cake, cheesecake filling, pudding) twice more, ending with the chocolate pudding as the top layer.
Step 9
Spread or pipe whipped cream over the top layer of chocolate pudding.
Step 10
Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls.
Step 11
Chill for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3235.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8598.9 |
| Total Fat 540.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 280.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 33.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1574.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5474.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 860.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 665.8g | |
| Protein 95.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 612.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2524.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3886.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories