St. Patricks Day Brownie Trifle (Printable)

Indulgent layered dessert with rich chocolate brownies, green pistachio pudding, and sweet whipped cream.

# What You'll Need:

→ Brownie Layer

01 - 1 box (18 oz) chocolate brownie mix plus eggs, oil and water as required by package
02 - Butter or nonstick spray for greasing

→ Pistachio Pudding Layer

03 - 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant pistachio pudding mix
04 - 4 cups cold milk
05 - Green food coloring optional

→ Whipped Cream Layer

06 - 2 cups heavy whipping cream
07 - 4 tbsp powdered sugar
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Garnish

09 - Green sprinkles, chocolate shavings or chopped pistachios optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions. Pour into prepared pan and bake 25-30 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
03 - Whisk together pistachio pudding mixes and cold milk in large bowl for 2 minutes until thickened. Add food coloring if desired. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
04 - In chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract with electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
05 - In trifle dish or glass bowl, layer half the brownie cubes, half the pistachio pudding, then half the whipped cream. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
06 - Sprinkle top with green sprinkles, chocolate shavings or chopped pistachios if using.
07 - Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving for best flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The brownie cubes soak up the pudding flavors while keeping their fudgy texture
  • That gorgeous green layer makes everyone smile before they even take a bite
  • You can assemble it hours ahead and let the fridge do all the work
02 -
  • The brownies really must be completely cool before cutting or they will turn into mush
  • Whipped cream holds its shape best when your bowl and beaters are chilled
  • Assembly goes faster if all components are ready before you start layering
03 -
  • Brush the brownie cubes with Irish cream liqueur for an adult version
  • Sprinkle mini chocolate chips between layers for hidden pockets of chocolate

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