Peppermint Choco Trifle
Indulge in the irresistible Peppermint Choco Trifle, a festive dessert that combines rich chocolate cake soaked in peppermint syrup with fluffy whipped cream and decadent chocolate mousse. Each spoonful offers a delightful contrast of textures, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or a special treat at any time. This visually stunning dessert is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit various dietary needs, ensuring everyone can enjoy its chocolatey goodness!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chocolate cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup peppermint syrup
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chocolate mousse (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to your recipe or package instructions. Allow it to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Drizzle peppermint syrup generously over each cake square, ensuring they are well-soaked.
- In a trifle bowl or individual cups, layer the soaked cake, followed by a layer of chocolate mousse and whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top layer for garnish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle serving (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For a non-dairy version, use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream and ensure your chocolate is dairy-free. Customize flavors by swapping peppermint with orange zest or adding layers of fresh berries.