S'mores Dessert Trifle
S'mores Dessert Trifle is easy to make with brownies, chocolate pudding, marshmallow creme, graham crackers, and topped with toasted marshmallows. Perfect for sharing!
Servings: 12 (1 cup each)
Calories: 464kcal
Ingredients
- 18.3 ounces boxed brownie mix
- 1 sleeve graham crackers broken into small pieces (reserve ½ cup for topping)
- 8 ounces container whipped topping thawed
- 7 ounces containers marshmallow fluff
- 7.8 ounces (2 3.9-ounce each) boxes chocolate fudge instant pudding mix
- 4 cups cold whole milk
- 1½ cups miniature marshmallows
- 3 to 4 snack size Hershey’s Chocolate bar broken into segments
Instructions
- Use a 9x13 baking dish to prepare the brownies according to the box instructions. Allow the brownies to completely cool before slicing 1 ¼ inch to 1 ½ inch x 1 inch pieces.18.3 ounces boxed brownie mix
- In a medium size bowl, mix the whipped topping and marshmallow fluff. It’s okay if a few lumps remain.8 ounces container whipped topping, 7 ounces containers marshmallow fluff
- Next add the 4 cups of cold milk to a medium size mixing bowl. Using a handheld mixer on low speed, mix together the milk and pudding mixes just until combined and the pudding starts to thicken, about 1 to 1 ½ minutes.4 cups cold whole milk, 7.8 ounces (2 3.9-ounce each) boxes chocolate fudge instant pudding mix
- Layer ½ of the brownie pieces into the bottom of a trifle dish. (My trifle dish was 3.25 quart or 104 ounce)
- Top the brownie pieces with half of the pudding, use a spoon or offset spatula to spread the pudding.
- Sprinkle ½ of the broken graham cracker pieces over the pudding layer.1 sleeve graham crackers
- Top the graham crackers with ½ of the marshmallow mixture. Repeat the layers, and top with the final marshmallow mixture layer with the reserved ½ cup of broken graham crackers. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours. (You can chill the trifle overnight if needed)
- Just before serving, top miniature marshmallows. (This part involves using a small blow torch type lighter, so make sure to remove anything flammable before toasting the marshmallows) Carefully use a blow torch type lighter to brown the marshmallows. (You can choose to make the marshmallows as lightly golden or dark as you wish).1½ cups miniature marshmallows
- Arrange the broken candy bar segments on the toasted marshmallows. Keep refrigerated until you are ready to serve.3 to 4 snack size Hershey’s Chocolate bar
Notes
Storage:
- To Store: Cover leftovers tightly with plastic wrap and keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To Make Ahead: Assemble the trifle a day in advance (but don’t toast the marshmallows yet) to allow the flavors to meld.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the brownies for cleaner, more even pieces.
- Chill the pudding for a few minutes before assembling to help it set and layer more easily.
- Dip your spoon in water before spreading the marshmallow creme. This helps prevent sticking and creates a smoother layer.
- Use broken graham cracker pieces, not graham cracker crumbs to keep that classic s’mores feel. Fine crumbs tend to blend in and lose the satisfying crunch.
- Toast the mini marshmallows just before serving for the best appearance and that warm, melty s’mores flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 58g | Vitamin A: 148IU | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg
