Chocolate Toffee Trifle
A luscious dessert that features layers of chocolate cake, creamy pudding, whipped topping, and crunchy toffee bits, perfect for special occasions or casual weeknight gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Layers
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz / 430 g) plus ingredients listed on the box (eggs, oil, water) You can use any chocolate cake mix that you prefer.
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz / 110 g)
- 2 cups cold milk (480 ml) Use whatever type of milk you prefer.
- 1 tub whipped topping, thawed (8 oz / 225 g) Such as Cool Whip.
- 1.5 cups crushed chocolate-covered toffee bars (about 5 oz / 140 g) Such as Heath or Skor.
Optional Garnish
- to taste Shaved chocolate or extra toffee bits on top For added decoration.
Instructions
Bake the Cake
- Preheat your oven and prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package directions using the eggs, oil, and water listed.
- Bake the cake in a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) pan until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Cut into Cubes
- Once cooled, use a serrated knife to cut the cake into roughly 1-inch cubes.
- Don’t worry about perfect squares; uneven pieces look homemade.
Make the Pudding
- In a medium bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix with cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Set it aside in the fridge to chill slightly.
Lighten with Whipped Topping
- Fold about half of the whipped topping into the pudding for a lighter cream layer; otherwise, use the pudding as-is.
- Keep the remaining whipped topping chilled until assembly.
Layer the Trifle
- In a large trifle bowl or glass dish, layer half of the cake cubes in an even layer across the bottom.
- Spoon half of the pudding over the cake, smoothing gently.
- Add half of the whipped topping and spread it, then sprinkle with half of the crushed toffee bits.
Repeat the Layers
- Repeat layers with the remaining cake cubes, pudding, whipped topping, and toffee.
- Press lightly to settle the layers.
Chill & Serve
- Cover the trifle bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours before serving.
- Garnish with extra toffee bits or chocolate curls before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For transport, prepare the base layers separately and assemble at your destination for the best presentation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 377kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 376mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33g
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