Easy Cookie Dough Trifle
This Cookie Dough Trifle is layers of chocolate chip cookie dough, chocolate pudding, and whipped cream. It's an easy no-bake dessert that's perfect for any party! This recipe relies on all the best shortcuts! If you are a fan of cookie dough then this is the recipe that will want to make for your next gathering. This post may contain affiliate links.
Cookie dough is one of those things that is just so delicious and downright indulgent. It's rich, sweet, and has that perfect texture that is perfect for eating with a spoon. This recipe takes all of those delicious flavors and combines them into a trifle that will have your guests coming back for more. The magic is that it's SO easy to make. Nobody has to know your secret.
COOKIE DOUGH TRIFLE RECIPE
There's a reason cookie dough is a classic flavor - it's irresistible! This trifle takes that deliciousness and blends it with creamy layers of pudding for a dessert you'll love. Best of all, it's easy to make so you can impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
The next time you are in the mood for something different for dessert, then try this cookie dough trifle. It's a fun and easy recipe that everyone will love!
COOKIE DOUGH TRIFLE RECIPE INGREDIENT LIST
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this sweet treat recipe. All of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store. I promise you won't regret making a trip to the store for the ingredients to make this decadent dessert recipe.
Here are the ingredients needed to make this easy trifle recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card to see the exact measurements. You can also print them there as well.
- Whole Milk
- Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- Edible Cookie Dough ( Homemade or Nestle Edible Cookie Dough)
- Chewy Chips Ahoy Cookies
HOW TO MAKE COOKIE DOUGH TRIFLE
Making this creamy dessert is so easy. All you need to do is follow the simple steps below and you will have a guest-worthy dessert that is perfect for holidays, parties, or potlucks in no time at all.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix and whole milk together according to the package instructions and place them in the fridge to chill for 5 minutes. If you want to save a little time you can use a hand mixer instead of a whisk.
In a separate bowl, use an electric hand mixer to whip the heavy cream into stiff peaks.
Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding into a large trifle or serving bowl followed by cookie dough and Chips Ahoy cookies. Cover the cookie dough and cookies with a layer of whipped cream and repeat the process until the bowl is full.
Chill until ready to serve and enjoy!
COOKIE DOUGH TRIFLE RECIPE NOTES
Here are a few tips that you can use to make sure that your
- If you prefer a sweet whipped cream you can add two tablespoons of sugar to your heavy whipping cream.
- Instead of making your own homemade whipped cream, you could also use Cool Whip.
- This trifle should not be left on the counter for more than 45 minutes before going back into the fridge.
- For extra flare on the top of the trifle, you can crumble a few cookies to add more color and chocolatey goodness.
Can I make Cookie Dough Trifle ahead?
I recommend that you only make this dessert a couple of hours in advance as it can start to separate and get a little runny.
Should trifle be served cold?
Yes, this trifle needs to be served cold and straight out of the fridge. Do not let this trifle sit on your counters for long. Keep stored in the fridge until you are ready to serve it.
Can I use homemade cookie dough?
Yes, you can use your favorite homemade edible cookie dough recipe instead of using store-bought edible cookie dough.
Do I have to use Chips Ahoy cookies?
No, you can use any type of cookies that you prefer or even homemade chocolate chip cookies like this 4 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe. I prefer the chewy cookies in this recipe.
Easy Cookie Dough Trifle
An easy dessert recipe for making an easy cookie dough trifle with layers of whipped cream, chocolate pudding and cookie dough. No oven required.
Ingredients
- 6 cups whole milk
- 2 5.9 oz packets chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 cups nestle tollhouse edible cookie dough
- 12 chewy Chips Ahoy cookies
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix and whole milk together according to the package instructions and place in the fridge to chill for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, use an electric hand mixer to whip the heavy cream into stiff peaks.
- Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding into a large trifle or serving bowl followed by cookie dough and Chips Ahoy cookies. Cover the cookie dough and cookies with a layer of whipped cream and repeat the process until the bowl is full.
- Chill until ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This trifle should not be left on the counter for more than 45 minutes before going back in the fridge.
- It is best served straight from the fridge when all the ingredients are cold.
- I like to crumble one of the cookies over the whipped cream on the top of the trifle as a pretty garnish.
- You can store this trifle in the fridge covered with plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
- If you do not have tollhouse cookie dough, you can use your own cookie dough.
Nutrition Information
Yield 8 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 920Total Fat 52gSaturated Fat 27gTrans Fat 3gUnsaturated Fat 23gCholesterol 94mgSodium 942mgCarbohydrates 101gFiber 3gSugar 69gProtein 13g
This nutritional information is for reference only. We are not responsible for these calculations.
So what are you waiting for? Get in the kitchen and start layering your trifle with whipped cream, chocolate pudding, cookie dough and chocolate chip cookies. Yummo!
Be sure to snap a picture and share it on social media tagging @cutefetti so that I can see how yours turns out. And if you have any questions while making your trifle, be sure to drop me a comment below. I’m always happy to help!
