Description
A delightful dessert combining layers of chocolate cake, creamy chocolate pudding, and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix, baked and cooled, or 1 homemade 9-inch chocolate cake
- 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz each)
- 4 cups cold milk (960ml)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (480ml), cold
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar (40g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp strawberry jam or glaze
- Chocolate curls or chocolate shavings
- Extra strawberries, for garnish
- Chocolate syrup drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package directions or your favorite homemade recipe. Let it cool completely, then cut into cubes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until thickened. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy with stiff peaks.
- Toss the sliced strawberries lightly with strawberry jam or glaze to create a glossy appearance.
- In a large trifle bowl, spread a layer of chocolate pudding on the bottom.
- Add a thick layer of chocolate cake cubes over the pudding. Arrange the sliced strawberries around the edges of the bowl for a beautiful presentation, then add more strawberries in the center.
- Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the strawberries. Repeat the layers with chocolate pudding, chocolate cake, strawberries, and whipped cream until the bowl is full.
- Finish with chocolate curls, extra strawberries, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for the ultimate indulgent touch.
- Chill the Chocolate Strawberry Trifle Dream for at least 120 minutes before serving so the flavors blend beautifully.
- Serve cold with extra strawberries and chocolate shavings for an unforgettable dessert centerpiece.
Notes
Best served chilled; store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: chocolate trifle, strawberry dessert, layered dessert, chocolate cake, pudding dessert, easy dessert