Chocolate Trifle

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This chocolate trifle is so easy to make! Folks line up for this dessert at church functions.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
9 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package brownie mix

  • 1 large egg

  • ¾ cup water, divided

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

  • 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix

  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

  • 1 (1.5 ounce) bar chocolate candy

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square glass baking pan.

  3. Combine brownie mix, egg, 1/4 cup water, and vegetable oil in a large bowl. Stir until well-blended, about 50 strokes. Spread into the prepared pan.

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  4. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted 1 inch in from the edges comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, about 30 mintues.

  5. Cut cooled brownies into 1-inch squares and set aside.

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  6. Combine condensed milk, remaining 1/2 cup water, and pudding mix in a large bowl; mix until smooth. Fold in 8 ounces whipped topping until no streaks remain.

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  7. Place 1/2 of the brownies in a trifle bowl or glass serving dish. Top with 1/2 of the pudding mixture, then 1/2 of the 12-ounce container of whipped topping. Repeat layers. Shave chocolate on top for garnish.

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  8. Refrigerate 8 hours before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

488 Calories
19g Fat
74g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 488
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 12g 58%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 314mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 74g 27%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 108mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 244mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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