Brownie Trifle

4.58 from 7 votes

This Brownie Trifle is a crowd-pleaser, layering fudgy brownie bites, creamy vanilla filling, and fresh berries. Easy to make and perfect for any gathering!

Prep Time35

Cook Time40

Chilling Time1 5

Total Time2 20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brownie trifle, trifle

Servings: servings

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $14.67

Equipment

Ingredients

Brownies

Cooking spray
1 package (19 ounces) fudge brownie mix plus the ingredients called for. I prefer Ghiradelli Chocolate Triple Fudge Brownie Mix.

Cream Layer

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup 1% milk skim is okay; do not use whole or 2%
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding unprepared
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla paste or vanilla extract

Topping

3 to 4 cups fresh berries see note 1
Fresh mint for garnish, optional

US - Metric

Instructions

Line a 9x9-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper, adding an overhang. Lightly coat parchment paper with cooking spray. Preheat oven according to brownie package directions. Prepare and bake according to directions for a 9x9-inch pan. Let cool completely. Lift brownies out of the pan by the edges of the parchment paper and cut into 1-inch cubes with a sharp knife.
In a large bowl, mix together sweetened condensed milk and 1% milk. With a hand mixer, beat in pudding mix, then chill for 5 minutes. While it’s chilling, add heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla paste to a stand mixer fitted with whisk attachment. Whisk on low speed to combine. Gradually increase to high speed until medium-to-stiff peaks form, about 1–3 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid over-beating. With a spatula, fold this cream into the pudding mixture. Fold until smooth and combined.
Place 1/3 of the brownie pieces in the bottom of the trifle dish. Cover with 1/3 of the cream and then 1 layer of berries (~1 cup, depending on size). Repeat the layers twice: brownies, cream, berries. Chill for 1–3 hours (or overnight for soft brownies) and serve cold. If desired, garnish with fresh mint.

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Notes

Note 1: You can use just one type of berry (like the raspberries in this photo), or use a combination of a few such as raspberries, blackberries, and sliced strawberries. I typically add 1 cup of berries per layer, but you may want more (or less). Use your best judgment for how much you’d like to add.

Note 2: Parchment paper is important for easy removal of the brownies. Wax paper can melt and foil can stick and tear.

Storage: Store leftover Brownie Trifle tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best texture, enjoy within 2 days.

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