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Boston Cream Pie Trifle Recipe

Boston Cream Pie Trifle Recipe
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A delightful Boston Cream Pie Trifle that combines layers of moist yellow cake, creamy French vanilla pudding, rich chocolate ganache, and fluffy whipped topping for a stunning and delicious dessert perfect for gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 15.25 ounces box yellow cake mix, prepared according to box instructions

Pudding

  • 6.8 ounces (two 3.4-ounce boxes) French vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 4 cups cold milk

Chocolate Filling and Topping

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Whipped Topping

  • 1¼ cup thawed whipped topping or canned whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the yellow cake according to package instructions. Once baked, allow it to cool completely. Cut the cooled cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Prepare the Pudding: In a medium 2-3 quart mixing bowl, whisk together the French vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour until the pudding sets.
  3. Heat the Cream: In a 1-2 quart saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer, with small bubbles appearing around the edges, but do not let it boil.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a medium heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for one minute to soften. Add butter and vanilla extract.
  5. Make Chocolate Ganache: Stir the chocolate, butter, and vanilla mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow it to cool slightly before assembling.
  6. First Layer: Place a single layer of the cubed cake into the bottom of a 3.25-quart trifle dish or a large glass bowl.
  7. Add Pudding: Spread half of the prepared French vanilla pudding evenly over the cake layer.
  8. Layer Chocolate: Drizzle a layer of the chocolate ganache over the pudding layer.
  9. Repeat Layers: Add another layer of cake cubes, then the remaining pudding, and finish with the remaining chocolate ganache as the top layer.
  10. Chill the Trifle: Loosely cover and refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours to chill and let the flavors meld.
  11. Decorate: Before serving, fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip with the thawed whipped topping. Pipe small dollops around the edge of the chocolate layer. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • The trifle is best served chilled and can be refrigerated up to 1 day prior to serving.
  • Using a clear trifle bowl showcases the beautiful layers for an attractive presentation.
  • For a richer chocolate flavor, substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips.
  • If fresh whipped cream is preferred, whip heavy cream with a little sugar and vanilla to stiff peaks as a substitute for canned or thawed whipped topping.
  • Ensure the chocolate ganache has cooled slightly before assembling to avoid melting the pudding layer.

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Keywords: Boston Cream Pie, Trifle, Layered Dessert, Chocolate Ganache, Vanilla Pudding, Yellow Cake, Party Dessert

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