St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle
Ingredients:
For the Brownies:
1 box of brownie mix (plus ingredients required by the box, such as eggs, oil, and water)
For the Whipped Cream Layer:
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Mint Chocolate Pudding Layer:
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
For the Whipped Cream Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish:
Crushed chocolate cookies (like Oreos or chocolate graham crackers)
Chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Mini chocolate coins or shamrock candies , optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Brownies
Bake brownies according to package or recipe instructions. Let cool completely, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
Step 2: Make the Mint Cream Layer
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until stiff peaks form.
Add a few drops of green food coloring (if desired) and gently fold to create a light green tint.
Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Pudding
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2–3 minutes). Refrigerate for 5 minutes to set further.
Step 4: Assemble the Trifle
In a large trifle dish (or individual glasses), start with a layer of brownie cubes on the bottom.
Add a layer of chocolate pudding over the brownies.
Spoon the mint whipped cream on top of the pudding layer.
Repeat the layers—brownies, pudding, and mint cream—until the dish is full, finishing with a dollop of mint cream on top.
Step 5: Make the Whipped Cream Topping
In a clean mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Pipe or spread the whipped cream over the top layer of the trifle.
Step 6: Garnish & Chill
Sprinkle crushed cookies, chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or mini chocolate coins on top for decoration.
Chill the trifle in the fridge for at least 1–2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.