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St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle

Mint Chocolate Brownie Trifle

A festive, layered dessert combining rich brownies, creamy chocolate pudding, and refreshing mint whipped cream — perfect for celebrations!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Layer
  • 1 batch homemade or store-bought brownies cut into small cubes
  • green food coloring optional, for festive color
Mint Cream Layer
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • green food coloring optional, for light green tint
Chocolate Pudding Layer
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz package
  • 2 cups cold milk
Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish
  • crushed chocolate cookies Oreos or chocolate graham crackers
  • chocolate shavings or sprinkles
  • mini chocolate coins or shamrock candies optional, for decoration

Equipment

  • Trifle dish or individual glasses

Method
 

  1. Bake brownies according to package or recipe instructions. Let cool completely, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until stiff peaks form. Add a few drops of green food coloring (optional) and gently fold for a light green tint.
  3. 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.
  4. In a trifle dish (or individual glasses), layer brownies at the bottom. Add a layer of chocolate pudding, then spoon the mint whipped cream on top. Repeat the layers brownies, pudding, and mint cream until the dish is full, ending with mint cream on top.
  5. In a clean bowl, beat 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.
  6. Sprinkle crushed cookies, chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or mini chocolate coins for decoration. Chill in the fridge for at least 1–2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, swirl some chocolate syrup between layers or add a drizzle on top before serving. This dessert is easily customizable with different extracts or pudding flavors too!