Description
A delightful dessert layering smooth chocolate pudding, airy whipped cream, and crunchy cookie crumbles, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking to combine.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In a trifle dish or individual cups, layer the chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and cookie crumbles. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.
Notes
Ensure to chill the trifle for at least 2 hours for optimal flavor. Avoid overcooking the pudding to maintain a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg