Best 3 Chocolate Banana Trifle Recipes

Indulge in a delectable symphony of flavors and textures with our Chocolate Banana Trifle, a stunning dessert that combines the richness of chocolate, the sweetness of bananas, and the delightful crunch of cookies. This trifle is a layered masterpiece that incorporates three easy yet delectable recipes: a moist chocolate cake, a creamy banana pudding, and a luscious chocolate ganache. Each component harmoniously blends to create a dessert that is both visually appealing and tantalizing to the taste buds. The chocolate cake provides a sturdy base for the trifle, while the velvety banana pudding adds a luscious creaminess. The crowning glory is the decadent chocolate ganache, which adds a rich, chocolatey finish. This trifle is perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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BANANA CHOCOLATE TRIFLE

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Make and share this Banana Chocolate Trifle recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (18 ounce) package chocolate butter recipe cake mix
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant banana pudding mix or 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
2 cups milk
6 -8 medium bananas, divided for the layers
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, divided for layers
grated chocolate (optional)

Steps:

Combine cake ingredients following cake mix directions.
Bake in 2 round pans for 30 minutes.
Remove from oven to cool on wire racks.
Mix the pudding following the directions; set aside.
Peel bananas, slice into 1/4 inch circles into a bowl.
Slice cooled cake lengthwise through center (there should be 4 thin cakes). Place 1 into large bowl or trifle dish.
Spread with 1/3 of the pudding.
Layer some the banana slices over pudding.
Add 1/4 Cool Whip over bananas layer.
Repeat: cake layer, pudding, bananas and Cool Whip.
Layer once more with cake, then remaining Cool Whip.
Sprinkle with grated chocolate if desired.

CHOCOLATE-BANANA TRIFLE

Chocolate-Banana Trifle image

This is one of my favorite desserts to take to a potluck because it makes a huge bowlful. Also, it's delicious! Chill time is included in cook time.

Provided by flower7

Categories Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup evaporated skim milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua)
1 (16 ounce) angel food cake, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 (1 1/2 ounce) english toffee-flavored candy bars, crushed
3 cups skim milk
3 (3 1/2 ounce) packages vanilla instant pudding mix (not sugar-free)
2 cups sliced bananas
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip (reduced calorie or fat-free OK)
1 (1 1/2 ounce) english toffee-flavored candy bars, crushed

Steps:

Combine sugar, evaporated milk, cocoa and cornstarch in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
Cook until sugar dissolves and mixture is thick (about 3 minutes), stirring frequently.
Remove from heat and stir in coffee liqueur.
Set aside to cool.
When chocolate mixture is cool, combine with cake cubes in a large bowl.
Mix 2 crushed candy bars in with cake mixture.
Beat milk and pudding mix at medium speed of a mixer until well-blended.
Stir into cake mixture.
Cover and chill for 15 minutes in refrigerator.
Spoon half of cake mixture into a trifle dish or large bowl (about 4 quart).
Arrange half of bananas evenly over cake mixture and top with half of cool whip.
Repeat layers, ending with cool whip.
Sprinkle with remaining toffee bar.
Chill for 1 hour before serving.

CHOCOLATE-BANANA PUDDING TRIFLE RECIPE - (4.2/5)

Chocolate-Banana Pudding Trifle Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by rrxing

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 sleeve chocolate graham crackers, crushed
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
2 3 ounce packages instant chocolate pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
5 - 7 bananas, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch chunks
1 8 ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300°F In a large bowl, combine graham-cracker crumbs, coconut, pecans, and sugar. Add melted butter, stirring until well combined. Spread mixture on a rimmed sheet pan and bake for approximately 15 minutes until coconut is golden brown, stirring regularly and watching to prevent burning. Set aside to cool.* In another bowl, beat cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add condensed milk and beat until well combined. Stir in pudding mix and milk and beat until mixture is smooth Reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. In a large glass serving bowl or in individual stemmed glasses, layer 1/3 of the pudding, 1/2 of the bananas, 1/2 of the crumb mixture, another 1/3 of the pudding, 1/2 of the crumb mixture, remaining bananas, and remaining pudding Top with whipped topping and sprinkle reserved crumbs on top. *Crumb mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container

Tips:

Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor.
Use a variety of chocolate cookies for a more complex flavor.
Don't over-beat the whipped cream, or it will become grainy.
Layer the trifle in a clear glass bowl so that you can see all the layers.
Chill the trifle for at least 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors have time to meld.

Conclusion:

This chocolate banana trifle is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its layers of chocolate cookies, bananas, whipped cream, and chocolate pudding, this trifle is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this chocolate banana trifle a try. You won't be disappointed!