Death by Chocolate
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Ingredients
- 1package brownie mixprepared according to instructions for 9×13 pan
- 1/4cup brewed coffee
- 2packages chocolate mousse mixprepared according to instructions
- 16oz cool whipthawed in fridge overnight
- 1/2cup chopped pecans
- 1/2cup chopped toffee pieces
- Milk, eggs, oil, etc. as needed for brownies and mousse
Instructions
- Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions, and bake until a toothpick inserted into to the center comes out clean. Allow to brownies to cool completely.
- Once cooled, pierce the brownies all over with a fork, then pour 1/4 cup of brewed coffee over the top of the brownies.
- Crumble brownies in the pan, and then layer half of the crumbled brownies in the bottom of the trifle bowl.
- Prepare one of the chocolate mousse mixes according to the instructions on the package.
- Spread chocolate mousse on top of the brownie layer.
- Gently layer 8oz of cool whip on top of the mousse.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans and toffee pieces over the cool whip.
- Repeat all layers, then cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
- Serve cold. The trifle is best if eaten within 2-3 days.
Recipe Notes
**Cardinal Rule** To make the recipe even easier, I like to buy pre-chopped chocolate covered toffee pieces instead of chopping up several large bars. You can usually find these at the grocery store next to the chocolate chips.
