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Strawberry trifle recipe
ChocoChef (Hassoun)

Strawberry trifle recipe

Chocolate strawberry trifle: layers of cake, cream, strawberries and melted chocolate. Serves 6 to 8, assembled in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings (6–8)
Course: Dessert
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chocolate cake or 4 cups of brownie chunks
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar optional, to macerate the strawberries and enhance their sweetness
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream — cold for perfect volume
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar — to lightly sweeten the cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract — brings a rich warm flavor.
  • 150 g 5 oz dark or milk chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream — to create that silky melted chocolate texture

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Base & Strawberries. Cut cake or brownies into bite-sized cubes and place them at the bottom of your trifle dish or glasses. Drizzle with melted chocolate or coffee syrup to keep it moist. Hull and slice the strawberries, sprinkle with sugar, and let them rest 10 minutes to release their juices. Add a few drops of lemon juice for extra brightness.
  2. Make Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Keep it light and airy. Melt chocolate with warm cream (and optional butter) until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly before layering.
  3. Assemble the Trifle. Layer cake cubes, strawberries with their syrup, and whipped cream. Drizzle melted chocolate over the cream. Repeat layers until the bowl is full. Finish with whipped cream, a glossy chocolate drizzle, and garnish with fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.