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Death by Chocolate

Death by Chocolate

An indulgent layer dessert for chocolate lovers, featuring chocolate cake, pudding, mousse, and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cake Layer
  • 1 box devil’s food cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake)
  • Eggs, oil, and water (as directed) Follow package directions.
Chocolate Pudding Layer
  • 2 large boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 4 cups cold milk
Chocolate Mousse Layer
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin (optional for stability) Optional but recommended.
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Whipped Cream Layer
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Crunch & Garnish Layers
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips or chunks
  • Crushed Oreo cookies or brownie chunks For added texture.
  • Optional: chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup, raspberries For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to the package or recipe directions and let it cool completely. Cut into cubes or crumble.
  2. Whisk together the instant chocolate pudding and cold milk; let set in the fridge for 5–10 minutes.
  3. Melt chocolate chips and allow to cool slightly. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and fold in the melted chocolate.
  4. Beat cold whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy. Add dissolved gelatin for stability if desired.
Layering
  1. In a trifle bowl, layer the cake, pudding, mousse, and whipped cream.
  2. Sprinkle with chocolate chips or crushed cookies and repeat until reaching the top.
  3. Finish with whipped cream and garnishes.

Notes

Chill the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours before serving for the best flavor and texture.