Description

Cherry Chocolate Chip Trifle

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Chill Time: 1–2 hours (or overnight)

Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes

Servings: 10–12

Ingredients

Scale

Cake Layer

1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on box)
Optional: Toast cake cubes for 5–10 minutes at 300°F for better texture

Pudding Layer

2 cups vanilla pudding (instant, cooked, or pre-made)

Cherry Layer

1 jar (16 oz) cherry pie filling

Whipped Cream

1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-Ins & Toppings

½ cup mini chocolate chips
Fresh cherries (optional)
Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

Bake chocolate cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to package.
Cool completely, then cut into 1-inch cubes.

2. Make the Whipped Cream

Chill the bowl and beaters 10–15 minutes.
Beat heavy cream until slightly thickened.
Add powdered sugar + vanilla; beat to soft peaks.
Do not overbeat.

3. Build the Trifle (Layering #1)

In a trifle dish or large glass bowl:

Add ⅓ of the cake cubes.
Spread ½ the vanilla pudding over the cake.
Spoon ½ the cherry pie filling over pudding.
Sprinkle mini chocolate chips.

4. Repeat (Layering #2)

Add:

Another ⅓ cake
Remaining pudding
Remaining cherry filling
More chocolate chips

5. Final Layer

Add final ⅓ of cake cubes.
Spread all homemade whipped cream on top.

6. Chill

Cover and refrigerate 1–2 hours, ideally 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.

7. Garnish

Top with fresh cherries and chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

Cool cake fully to avoid sogginess.
Toast cake cubes for firmer texture.
Assemble in glassware to show off layers.
Make up to 24 hours ahead.

Nutrition

Calories: 370 cal Per Serving
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 4g