Description
Dive into chocolate heaven with this Triple-Chocolate Trifle—a decadent dessert that layers moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, and luscious pudding, topped with whipped cream and rich chocolate shavings. Perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions!
Ingredients
For the chocolate cake layer:
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1 box chocolate cake mix (or 2 cups homemade chocolate cake, baked and cooled)
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1 cup water
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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3 large eggs
For the chocolate mousse layer:
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8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate pudding layer:
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1 box instant chocolate pudding mix
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2 cups cold milk
For the topping:
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1 cup whipped cream
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Chocolate shavings or chips (for garnish)
Instructions
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Make the chocolate cake:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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Mix cake ingredients and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely and crumble.
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Prepare the chocolate mousse:
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Melt chopped chocolate.
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Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold in melted chocolate.
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Prepare the chocolate pudding:
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Whisk pudding mix with cold milk for 2-3 minutes.
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Chill for 5 minutes.
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Assemble the trifle:
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Layer cake crumbles, mousse, and pudding in a trifle dish. Repeat layers, ending with mousse.
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Top and garnish:
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Spoon whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings or chips.
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Chill and serve:
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Notes
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For a richer taste, substitute dark chocolate in the mousse.
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You can use store-bought whipped topping for convenience.
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Great to make a day ahead for deeper flavor fusion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
