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Halloween Trifle

This colorful Halloween trifle layers crushed chocolate cookies, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream in a clear glass bowl, creating a playful, chaotic dessert with peekaboo layers and fun decorations. The dish is assembled in a relaxed, imperfect style, emphasizing creativity and festive flair over precision. Finished with spooky candies and sprinkles, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors that evoke childhood Halloween joy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 grams chocolate cookies crushed into fine crumbs
  • 3 cups chocolate pudding prepared and smooth
  • 2 cups heavy cream chilled for whipping
  • 1 cup candy eyes for decoration
  • 1 cup gummy worms fun, creepy topping
  • ½ cup Halloween sprinkles colorful, sparkly toppings
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional, enhances flavor

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and set out your glass trifle bowl so everything is within reach.
  2. Crush the chocolate cookies into fine crumbs, leaving some small pieces for texture. This will be your crunchy base layer.
  3. Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package instructions, or make your own from scratch until velvety and smooth. Set aside.
  4. Whip the chilled heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form—watch for fluffy, cloud-like texture and a gentle squeak when you lift the beaters.
  5. Start layering your trifle: spoon a layer of crushed cookies at the bottom of the bowl, spreading it evenly.
  6. Next, pour a generous layer of chocolate pudding over the cookies, smoothing it out with a spatula.
  7. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top of the pudding, using a spatula to create a light, airy layer.
  8. Repeat the layers: cookies, pudding, whipped cream until the bowl is nearly full, finishing with a thick layer of whipped cream on top.
  9. Decorate the top with candy eyes, gummy worms, and sprinkles to give it a spooky, chaotic look. Use decorating tools for precise placement if desired.
  10. Place the trifle in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld and layers to set.
  11. Once chilled, serve the Halloween trifle directly from the bowl, showcasing its colorful, playful layers and spooky decorations.

Notes

For added fun, get creative with your decorations—use marzipan, additional candies, or themed toppers. Make sure to decorate just before serving to keep toppings crisp and vibrant.