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Chocolate Trifle with Cake, Pudding, Whipped Topping, and Heath Candy Bars Recipe

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4.9 from 76 reviews
  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Chocolate Trifle is a decadent layered dessert featuring moist chocolate cake cubes, rich instant chocolate pudding, fluffy Cool Whip whipped topping, and crunchy Heath candy bars, all assembled into a beautiful trifle bowl. The dessert is chilled to allow the flavors to meld together, making it perfect for parties or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate Cake

  • 15.25 ounces chocolate cake mix (baked according to package directions for a 9 x 13-inch pan)

Pudding

  • 7.8 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix (two 3.9 ounces boxes)
  • 4 cups milk

Topping

  • 12 ounces frozen Cool Whip whipped topping
  • 5 to 6 Heath candy bars, crushed into small chunks and divided

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions in a 9 x 13-inch pan. Once baked and cooled, cut the cake into small cubes about 1 to 1½ inches in size.
  2. Make the Pudding: In a medium bowl, combine the instant chocolate pudding mix with 4 cups of milk. Whisk with a mixer for two minutes or stir by hand until the pudding thickens.
  3. Layer the Cake: In your trifle bowl, place half of the cake cubes, pressing gently to fill in any gaps, creating an even layer.
  4. Add the Pudding Layer: Spread half of the prepared chocolate pudding evenly over the cake layer.
  5. Add Whipped Topping: Spread half of the frozen Cool Whip over the pudding layer to create a smooth, creamy layer.
  6. Sprinkle Candy: Evenly sprinkle half of the crushed Heath candy bars over the whipped topping layer.
  7. Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers by adding the remaining cake cubes, pudding, and finally the whipped topping. Top with the remaining crushed Heath candy bars for a crunchy finish.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifle for 1 to 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld and the dessert set.

Notes

  • For best results, use the cake mix instructions carefully to ensure moist cake.
  • If Heath bars are not available, substitute with other chocolate toffee or caramel candy bars.
  • You can prepare the cake and pudding layers in advance to save time before assembling.
  • Chilling the trifle for longer than 2 hours can improve flavor absorption but do not exceed 24 hours to maintain texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate trifle, layered dessert, instant pudding, chocolate cake, Cool Whip, Heath bars, no bake dessert

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