Apr 13 2011

Death by Chocolate Trifle

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Death by Chocolate TrifleDeath by Chocolate can mean so many things.  For me, it always means tall layers of cakey chocolate brownies, decadent chocolate mousse, toffee pieces and whipped cream just waiting for me to dig into it.  This has been and always will be one of my favorite desserts for a few reasons.  1) It is very simple to make; 2) It beholds a lovely presentation; 3) It serves a crowd; and 4) It is full of yummy chocolate goodness.

In the past I always made this with instant mousse.  But, here in my new hometown, I searched high and low in our grocery stores for instant mousse and could not find it.  Reluctantly, I resorted to using instant chocolate pudding instead, yet I was very pleased with the results.  Of course, I could always use my favorite homemade mousse which might put this dessert over the top.  But, to keep it quick in preparation, I think I’ll stick with the instant versions.

This recipe is one of the first that graced its presence here on Pennies on a Platter back in February of 2007.  I can’t believe it’s been over 4 years.  Those of you that have been with me from the beginning, thank you!  I like digging out these older recipes and giving them a little facelift with a new picture and better voice.  This one really needed updating as I embarrassingly described it as a “truffle” rather than a “trifle.”  Yes, I’ve come a long way in my food blogging journey. :)

Death by Chocolate Trifle

Printable Recipe

Yield:  12 servings

1 large package instant chocolate mousse or instant chocolate pudding
1 1/3 – 2 cups cold milk (1 1/2 for mousse, 2 for pudding)
13-x9-inch pan of fudge brownies, cooled and cut into bite sized pieces
1 package Heath toffee bits or 2 chocolate toffee candy bars, crushed into bits
16 ounces whipped cream

Prepare mousse or pudding according to package directions with the above listed amount of cold milk; set aside.  Place about half of the brownie bites on the bottom of the trifle bowl, in a single layer.  Evenly pour half of the pudding/mousse on top of the brownies in the trifle bowl.  Layer with half of the whipped cream, then half of the toffee bits.  Repeat layers one more time.  Chill for 4 hours before serving.

Source:  Highland Hills Baptist Church Cookbook

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Claire @ Claire K CreationsApril 13, 2011 - 4:14 AM

I’ll take death by chocolate any day. What a way to go!

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carrieApril 13, 2011 - 4:37 AM

yum! i have a very similar recipe that adds some warm water and instant coffee to give that mocha flavor- SO GOOD

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Meg L.April 13, 2011 - 6:45 AM

I have a recipe almost identical to this and it is DELICIOUS! The only differences are that I use chocolate cake instead of brownies (but you are enticing me to try fudgy brownies next time) and over each layer of cake (or brownies) I sprinkle a few tablespoons of kahlua. I might have to go bake this tonight. Thanks!

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NicoleApril 13, 2011 - 9:12 AM

I do something very similar too!! I also use chocolate cake instead of brownies BUT really want to try using brownies now!!!

I also use andies mints (in the baking aisle) and mini chocolate chips instead of heath bar. I love the mint flavoring it gives the dessert!!

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MelissaApril 13, 2011 - 9:45 AM

My youngest son just turned 5 yesterday and we are having a small family birthday party today. We were already toying with the idea of doing something other than a traditional cake. When I saw this recipe this morning, I knew it would be perfect! I went to the store and got all the ingredients and just took the brownies out of the oven. Can’t wait to put it all together! Thanks for the recipe.

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SylviaApril 13, 2011 - 5:48 PM

Is to die for indeed

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BrianneApril 14, 2011 - 11:36 AM

Come on now, I think I gained weight just looking at it! J/K I now have to try this recipe, maybe even serve it for Easter Day dessert. Yummo.

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Kim (Feed Me, Seymour)April 14, 2011 - 5:52 PM

Oh, this looks lovely!! Perfect for a party. I think I might just have to make some this weekend. :)

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Sue GladdApril 16, 2011 - 9:09 AM

Oh my; thank you, Nikki. This reminds me of the chocolate pudding torte I made when all the “boys” were growing up. But better.

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MelissaApril 16, 2011 - 3:23 PM

***This is just an update of my attempt on making this dessert. In one word….WOW!!!! I think my husband has fallen in love with me all over again. Lol. It was so easy to make and ridiculously delicious. The birthday boy was thrilled to pieces about his birthday “cake”. Thanks again

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KatieApril 19, 2011 - 12:18 PM

This is a standard dessert for us, I make it every father’s day :) I have always used chocolate cake- box or homemde, either is good- but now i think I will try brownies next time!

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BatshevaOctober 11, 2011 - 4:38 PM

This looks yuuuumy!! and sooo easy!!! :)
Just one thing-have you, by any chance, got a real good recipe for the brownies, with fudge or without…?
Thanks from Israel!!

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Nikki Reply:
October 11th, 2011 at 5:00 PM

Hi Batsheva! I have a confession… I love boxed brownies, so I haven’t had much of a push to find a homemade brownie recipe. But, lately I’ve been thinking about making the plunge and trying out a few that I’ve bookmarked. If I end up with one that is a keeper, I’ll post it on here for you. :)

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Batsheva Reply:
November 13th, 2011 at 3:20 AM

Hi Nikki!
just got my son a great book of baking for kids and found an amazing racipe. And its so easy… :)
This is how it works:

200 g butter
200 g dark chocolate
1 1/2 cups of sugar(we used brown sugar)
4 eggs
1 cup of flour(we used 1/3 whole wheat flour)
1/4 tsp of salt

You put the butter and chocolate in a bowl and into the microwave for about 2 min and than mix into a smooth mixture.
Add eggs and sugar into the mixture and mix. Than add flour and salt and mix until the mixture is smooth.

We added a cup of chopped walnut to the mixture.

(At this point, if you’re making just the brownies, you can add 20 Milk toffees, flattened, and put them after pouring half the amount of the mixture into a pan, in one layer, and than pour the other half of the amount)

Bake 30 min in a pre-heated oven on 180 C°. Let cool and put in a fridge 4 hours. Cut and eat cold.

Yummy!!! :)

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Nikki Reply:
November 13th, 2011 at 6:15 AM

Thank you, sounds great!

BarbDecember 16, 2011 - 3:56 PM

Try using those great mini brownies from Costco or Pillsbury already made from Sams,,,they are both great and fudgy and make this a super treat!

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Nikki Reply:
December 16th, 2011 at 4:53 PM

Oh yes, I love the brownie bites from Costco! Great idea, Barb!

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L WDecember 19, 2011 - 10:01 PM

Love this stuff! It’s a Southern Living recipe in the Quick and Easy book.

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angieJanuary 4, 2012 - 1:23 PM

I will defintley be trying this soon!!

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angieJanuary 4, 2012 - 1:24 PM

I will defintley be trying this soon!!!

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MegFebruary 1, 2012 - 6:46 PM

Sooo good!!! but definitely poke holes in brownies and pour over 1/4 cup kahlua!!! Brings out the rich flavor of chocolate. It’s divine

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Kelly SmithFebruary 12, 2012 - 1:43 PM

Made this for a church lunch, it was all gone by the time I got to the dessert table! Everyone loved it.

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