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Death by Chocolate Trifle

A luscious dessert combining layers of rich brownies, creamy chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy toffee bits for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Trifle
  • 6 oz 6 oz. package instant chocolate pudding For creamy layers.
  • 2 cups 2 cups cold milk For mixing with pudding.
  • 1 package 1 family size brownie mix Prepare as per package instructions.
  • 1 cup 1 cup toffee bits Or crushed Heath bars for crunch.
  • 16 oz 16 ounces whipped topping Use something like Cool Whip.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the dry pudding mix and 2 cups of cold milk until smooth; set this aside to thicken.
  2. Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, then allow them to cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Assembly
  1. In a clear trifle bowl, place half of the brownie bites at the bottom in a single layer.
  2. Pour half of the thicken pudding over the brownies, spreading it evenly.
  3. Add half of the whipped topping over the pudding layer.
  4. Sprinkle half of the toffee bits on top of the whipped cream.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with toffee bits on top.
Chilling
  1. Chill your trifle in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For added richness, consider using homemade brownies. Enhance the pudding layer with instant coffee granules, and feel free to include nuts for added texture.