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Halloween Spooky Trifle

This Halloween trifle layers crushed chocolate cookies, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream in a clear glass bowl, creating a colorful, chaotic dessert that’s as fun as it is tasty. Decorated with candy eyes, gummy worms, and sprinkles, it offers a playful mix of textures and flavors with an eye-catching presentation. Perfect for last-minute gatherings, it’s all about embracing imperfections and celebrating the season with a messy, delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 grams chocolate cookies crushed into fine crumbs
  • 2 cups chocolate pudding prepared and smooth
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
  • to taste candy eyes for decoration
  • gummy worms amount gummy worms for decoration
  • sprinkles amount Halloween sprinkles for added color and sparkle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to enhance pudding and whipped cream flavor

Equipment

  • Large glass trifle bowl
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Decorating tools (small spatula, tweezers)

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and set up your large glass trifle bowl for layering.
  2. Crush the chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor; set aside.
  3. Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package instructions or make your homemade version, then let it cool slightly until it’s thick and velvety.
  4. Whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract using an electric mixer until soft peaks form; keep it light and fluffy.
  5. Start layering by spooning crushed cookies into the bottom of the bowl, creating a dark crunchy base.
  6. Top the cookie layer with a generous layer of chocolate pudding, spreading it smoothly with a spatula.
  7. Add a dollop of whipped cream over the pudding layer, spreading it gently to cover completely.
  8. Repeat the layers—cookies, pudding, whipped cream—until the dish is full, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
  9. Decorate the top with candy eyes, gummy worms, and sprinkles, arranging them playfully for a spooky effect.
  10. Place the trifle in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to let the flavors mingle and the layers set.
  11. Once chilled, serve directly from the glass bowl, making sure to showcase the colorful, chaotic layers and spooky decorations.

Notes

Feel free to customize decorations with different candies or add more layers for a taller, more dramatic effect. For extra flavor, drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce over the top before decorating.