Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle Recipe
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle is a luscious dessert with layers of rich chocolate pudding, creamy peanut butter, fresh banana slices, and whipped cream. A perfect balance of flavors, this trifle is an easy, no-bake treat that’s sure to impress! Ideal for family gatherings, holidays, or any time you need a decadent yet simple dessert.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes (for the chocolate pudding)
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chocolate Layer:
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup sugar
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- For the Banana Layer:
- 4 large bananas, sliced
- For the Whipped Cream Layer:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings
- Peanut butter drizzle
- Crushed peanut butter cups (optional)
Instructions
- For the Chocolate Layer:
In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let cool. - For the Peanut Butter Layer:
In a large bowl, beat together peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in whipped heavy cream to create a light, fluffy peanut butter mousse. - For the Whipped Cream Layer:
In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. - Assemble the Trifle:
In a trifle dish or individual serving cups, layer chocolate pudding, peanut butter mousse, and banana slices. Repeat layers until the dish is full, finishing with a whipped cream layer. - For Topping:
Garnish with chocolate shavings, peanut butter drizzle, and crushed peanut butter cups if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a quicker version, you can use store-bought chocolate pudding.
- Chill the trifle for 1-2 hours for better flavor melding and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 280mg