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Chocolate Trifle Cake

Healthy Fact of the Day

While this is definitely a dessert indulgence, dark chocolate provides antioxidants and may support heart health. To make slightly healthier, use low-fat milk in pudding and reduce sugar content. Consider using Greek yogurt in place of some mascarpone. Fresh berries add vitamins and antioxidants. For a lighter version, use angel food cake and sugar-free pudding. The protein from dairy helps make this more satisfying than many desserts. Consider small portions and sharing. This is a special occasion treat best enjoyed in moderation.

Ingredients

  • 1 chocolate cake (9×13), cubed
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 2 packages chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 cup hot fudge sauce
  • 8 oz dark chocolate, shaved
  • 1/4 cup Kahlua (optional)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heath bar bits
  • Fresh raspberries
  • Mint leaves for garnish
  • Extra chocolate shavings

    For layers:
  • 3 cups milk (for pudding)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • Cocoa powder for dusting


     Instructions
  1. Prepare chocolate pudding according to package.

  2. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla.

  3. Fold mascarpone into whipped cream.

  4. Cut cake into 1-inch cubes.

  5. Layer 1/3 cake cubes in trifle dish.

  6. Sprinkle with Kahlua if using.

  7. Add layer of pudding.

  8. Top with whipped cream mixture.

  9. Drizzle with hot fudge.

  10. Sprinkle with heath bits and chocolate shavings.

  11. Repeat layers twice more.

  12. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Dig your spoon into this Chocolate Trifle Cake and watch as layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy pudding, and fluffy whipped cream create the perfect bite! Each spoonful delivers an irresistible combination of textures and chocolate intensities, from tender cake to silky pudding to crunchy toffee bits. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or craving the ultimate chocolate fix, this trifle promises pure dessert bliss. So cube that cake, whip that cream, and get ready to create a show stopping dessert that’ll have chocolate lovers swooning!

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