Here you will find complete step by step information on how to make cookie trifle. It is very fun, adaptable and perfect for holidays, parties or dinner with family. So let’s make this crunchy creamy trifle today.
Cookie Trifle Recipe: Do you know what a trifle is? If not, then let’s learn a little about it.
Trifle is a British dessert made with different layers. It is most commonly made with custard, whipped cream, fruit, cake and special sweets.
Trifle is less laborious to make and you can easily make it at home. Yes, next we will tell you how to make trifle.
Cookie Trifle is crushed cookies or cookies other than cake. It is extremely tasty and attractive and you can also prepare it very easily. So its ingredients are given below.
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Ingredients: Serves 10-11 people
Here are all the ingredients required to make these cookies.
For the cookies: You can make about 20 to 25 cookies. 2 packets vanilla wafers, chocolate chip cookies or Oreo cookies, you can use as per your choice.
For the pudding layer:
Chilled milk 2 cups
Instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 ounces (1 box)
Optional: You can use butterscotch or chocolate pudding.
Ingredients for the Whipped Cream Layer:
- Powdered Sugar 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
- Heavy Whipping Cream 2 cups (for a shortcut you can use 8 ounces (1 tub) Cool Whip.)
Ingredients for the Cream Cheese Layer (optional but recommended)
- Granulated Sugar ⅓ cup
- Caramel Sauce or Chocolate
- Fresh Berries like Strawberries or Raspberries
- Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
- Mini Chocolate Chips
- Chopped Nuts
- Crushed Candy Bars or Sprinkles
Tools You Need
- Whisk
- Silicone Spatula
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- A Large Triple Bowl
- Deep Glass Dish or you can use individual jars/cups.
Time taken
20–25 minutes to prepare
3–4 hours to chill (or overnight to make it perfect)
Instructions Step-by-step instructions
1: How to make the pudding layer
Take a medium sized mixing bowl and add the instant pudding mix to it.
Prepare the pudding first so that it gets some time to set and it sets properly.
Now add two cups of cold milk to it and whisk it for about 2 minutes until it thickens. Then leave it in the refrigerator to chill for 15 to 20 minutes.
Important information: You can use flavored pudding as per your choice like banana pudding for vanilla wafers or chocolate pudding for Oreo, use whatever you like.
2: Whipping Cream:
If you are using homemade whipping cream (for the best texture and taste)
In a chilled mixing bowl, add 2 cups of heavy cream
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
In a chilled mixing bowl, add 2 cups of heavy whipping cream.
Now beat it with a hand mixer on low and high speed for 5 to 6 minutes until it forms soft peaks. Be careful not to over-beat as over-whip will make it grainy.
For a shortcut: If you are using Cool Whip, thaw it in the fridge first and then skip this step.
3: To make the cream cheese layer (optional)
Take a separate bowl and add ⅓ cup sugar, 8 ounces softened cream cheese and 1 teaspoon vanilla and beat until smooth.
If it starts to get heavy, gently stir in Cool Whip or 1 cup of whipped cream to make it lighter. Keep aside in the fridge.
Now you will see that your trifle will have a beautiful middle layer.
4: Prepare and Crush the Cookies
First, decide how you want your cookies:
For crumbly cookies, use a rolling pin and crush the cookies in a zip top bag.
If you like thick cookies, break the cookies into halves or quarters. This will make the layers thicker.
For a nice classic texture, use all of them.
If you want to layer some cookies (like chocolate chips), warm them first.
5: Layer the Trifle:
Now comes the best part, how to make the layers. Take a clear glass bowl or trifle dish.
Layering order:
1st Layer – Cookies
Spread a layer of cookies all over the bottom of the dish and about 1/3 of all your cookies.
2nd Layer – Using Pudding
You will have the cooled vanilla pudding so spoon a generous layer of it over your cookies and spread it all out evenly or you can use a spatula.
3rd Layer – Cream Cheese Mix
Spread the cream layer gently first if you don’t want to spread it then go straight to the whipped cream.
4th Layer – Using Whipped Cream
Whenever you use whipped cream, add a thick fluffy layer of it and smooth it out with a spatula.
Optional Garnishes – Add-ins
Now it’s time to add mini chocolate chips,
berries, drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce or sprinkle with sprinkles for extra color.
Once the dish is ready, repeat the layering 3-4 times depending on the size to ensure even mixing and finally top with a layer of whipped cream. This will make your cookies look better and more delicious.
6: To decorate
*Whenever you decorate, place the cookies, then place the second cookie on top of the first half of the cookie and keep all the cookies on top of each other in a way that all the cookies are half on top of each other which will give a great texture.
- *(whole cookies or half of cookies)
- *Sprinkle crushed cookies
- *Drizzle caramel sauce or chocolate syrup over each of them
- *You can also add a candy bar or a piece of chocolate
- *You can also add a sliced cherry or fresh fruit in the center
7: Serving and Chilling
Whenever you are going to serve the dish, chill it first.
Never leave the dish uncovered. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 3 to 4 hours. If possible, refrigerate the dish overnight so that the flavors blend and the cookies soften a little, giving them a nice cake-like texture.
Never refrigerate trifles. Refrigerating will melt the trifle and cause the layers to fall apart.
8: Serving and Enjoying: When it is ready, scoop out the layers using a tablespoon to serve. and
Use parfait cups or serving bowls
If you want to add a different topic you can add cookies, berries, whipped cream
Storage Instructions:
Freeze: If you use the refrigerator, keep covered for 3 to 4 days but the cookies will become softer but still taste the same.
If refrigerated, the dairy based layer does not keep as well as it will melt so avoid using the refrigerator.
**What are the uses and variations of Swaad Twist?
Here are some fun cookie trifle variations for you to try:
1. Use peanut butter cookies
Use crushed Reese’s cups
Chocolate pudding
2. Use mint chocolate trifle
Use chocolate pudding
Add mint Oreos
Crushed Andes mints
Use mint extract in whipped cream
3. Birthday cake trifle
- Use cookies or golden Oreos for cake flavor
- Whipped cream
- Use vanilla pudding or Funfetti with sprinkles
- If you want to decorate it, use candles and rainbow sprinkles
- When to serve cookie trifle
- This is a great dessert that can be served on any special occasion.
- Holidays (Easter, Christmas, others)
- Picnics and potlucks
- Movie nights
- Sleepovers
- Birthday parties
- Summer
- More! It offers a blend of texture, flavor and visuals that is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Final Thoughts:
Cookie trifle is easier to make than it sounds. With just a few ingredients and the magic of a layer, this delicious cookie trifle can be a wonderful dessert that appeals to all ages, from young to old. Keep it classic or not, but add a creative twist and the result is delicious and creamy. It doesn’t have to be made only for special occasions; you can make this at home anytime to surprise or please everyone.
Try this recipe once and you will definitely get a great result.