Brownie Trifle Dessert
This decadent Brownie Trifle dessert layers rich brownies, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping for a delightful treat perfect for chocolate lovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Refrigeration Time 8 hours hrs
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 535 kcal
1 Footed Trifle Bowl with Stand
1 rubber spatula or wooden spoon
1 whisk
1 hand mixer
1 mixing bowl
1 Non-Stick 13 x 9-Inch Covered Oblong Baking Pan
- 1 package 18.3 oz brownie mix, plus ingredients required for preparation
- 1 package 3.9 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 container 8 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 container 12 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 bar 1.55 oz Hershey’s chocolate candy
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions and allow to cool completely.
Cut cooled brownies into 1-inch squares.
In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix, water, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
Fold 8 ounces of thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until fully combined.
In a trifle bowl or large glass bowl, layer half of the brownie squares, half of the pudding mixture, and half of the 12-ounce whipped topping.
Repeat the layers with the remaining brownies, pudding mixture, and whipped topping.
Shave the Hershey’s chocolate bar over the top layer for garnish.
Refrigerate the trifle for 8 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Chocolate sprinkles enhance texture and appearance.
- Substitute Andes mints for a refreshing mint flavor.
- Chocolate or caramel sauce toppings add richness.
- Adding cherry or strawberry pie filling between layers adds fruitiness.
- Use pumpkin brownies or pudding for a seasonal twist.