Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this quick and easy Brownie Trifle that boasts layers of rich chocolate brownies, vibrant green vanilla pudding, fluffy Cool Whip, and a delightful crunch of crushed Mint Oreos. Perfect for festive gatherings, this no-bake assembly dessert comes together in minutes and serves 12 people.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Layer
- 1 box Brownie Mix (plus ingredients listed on the box for an 8×8 pan)
Pudding Layer
- 3.5 oz Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix (use large box for full-size trifle)
- Green Food Coloring, as needed
Topping and Assembly
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- Mint Oreos, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare Brownies: Cook brownies according to the package directions for an 8×8 pan. Once baked, allow them to cool completely to ensure they don’t melt the pudding or Cool Whip when layering.
- Make Green Pudding: Prepare the instant vanilla pudding mix as per the package instructions. Stir in green food coloring gradually until you achieve the desired festive green shade.
- Crush Mint Oreos: Place a few Mint Oreos in a Ziploc bag, seal it tightly, and crush them with a rolling pin or by hand until you have small chunks and crumbs.
- Assemble the First Layer: In a trifle bowl or a clear glass dish, layer cut-up brownie pieces evenly. Spread a layer of the green pudding over the brownies, then top with a layer of Cool Whip.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process once more by adding another layer of brownies, followed by pudding, then a final layer of Cool Whip.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the crushed Mint Oreos generously on top for added texture and flavor.
- Chill and Serve: Place the assembled trifle in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and the pudding set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure brownies are completely cooled to prevent melting the pudding and Cool Whip layers.
- Use clear glassware to show off the vibrant green and chocolate layers attractively.
- For a stronger mint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract to the pudding before layering.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free brownie mix and gluten-free Oreos if available.
