St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle Recipe – A Festive, Layered Dessert
St. Patrick’s Day calls for fun, festive treats, and what better way to indulge than with a Brownie Trifle? This indulgent dessert features decadent brownie chunks layered with a creamy, fluffy filling, all topped with vibrant green accents. Whether you’re celebrating with friends and family or looking to bring something special to the party, this St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle will be a crowd-pleaser!
Total Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours (or overnight for best results)
Serves: 8-10 people
Ingredients:
For the Brownie Layer:
- 1 box of brownie mix (or homemade brownies if preferred)
- Ingredients called for on the brownie mix box (typically water, eggs, and oil)
For the Creamy Filling:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra richness)
- 2 tbsp green food coloring (for festive color)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (for topping, optional)
For the Garnish:
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings, or green sprinkles (for garnish)
- Mini chocolate candies (like green M&Ms or chocolate-covered pretzels)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare the Brownies:
Start by baking the brownies according to the package instructions (or your favorite homemade recipe). Once baked, allow the brownies to cool completely. After they have cooled, cut the brownies into small cubes or chunks, about 1-inch in size. Set them aside.
2. Make the Creamy Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in the sour cream (optional) and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until smooth.
Once combined, gently fold in the whipped cream mixture with a spatula until you have a fluffy, smooth, and creamy filling. Then, add green food coloring and mix until the entire filling turns a vibrant, festive green.
3. Assemble the Trifle:
In a large, clear trifle dish (or any large glass bowl), start with a layer of brownie chunks at the bottom. Spread them out evenly.
Next, add a generous layer of the green creamy filling over the brownies, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Repeat the process by adding another layer of brownies and then the creamy filling. Continue layering until you run out of ingredients, making sure to end with a layer of the green creamy filling on top.
4. Chill the Trifle:
Once the trifle is fully assembled, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours (or overnight, if possible). Chilling helps the layers set and allows the flavors to meld together, creating a more delicious and cohesive dessert.
5. Garnish the Trifle:
Before serving, top the trifle with a generous swirl of whipped cream. Garnish with chocolate shavings, green sprinkles, and mini chocolate candies like green M&Ms or chocolate-covered pretzels for a fun and festive touch.
Why You’ll Love This St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle:
- Festive & Fun: The bright green layers and chocolate accents make this dessert the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style.
- Decadent Layers: With rich brownie chunks, creamy layers, and fluffy whipped cream, each bite is indulgent and satisfying.
- Easy to Make: While it looks impressive, this trifle is surprisingly easy to put together using simple ingredients, and you can even use boxed Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie brownie mix to save time.
- Great for Sharing: A trifle serves a crowd, making it perfect for parties, family gatherings, or potlucks. Everyone will love digging into the layers!