Description
A delightful dessert featuring layers of fudgy brownies, peppermint-infused cheesecake filling, whipped cream, and topped with chocolate and peppermint candies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of brownie mix
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Chocolate drizzle (store-bought or homemade)
- Crushed peppermint candies
- Additional whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions. Bake until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely and cut into squares.
- In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until velvety.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add peppermint extract and whip to stiff peaks. Fold gently into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer the trifle by alternating brownie squares, cheesecake filling, whipped cream, and chocolate drizzle until all components are used. Finish with whipped cream topped with crushed peppermint candies.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
This dessert can be assembled a day in advance. Ensure brownies are cooled completely to avoid melting layers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: peppermint, cheesecake, brownie, trifle, festive dessert