Brownie Trifle
A Brownie Trifle is a decadent, layered dessert typically featuring chunks of rich chocolate brownies, creamy whipped topping or custard, and often additional elements like chocolate pudding, fresh berries, or caramel sauce. It is a popular American creation, often served at potlucks, parties, and holidays as a visually impressive and indulgent centerpiece.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is very high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, chocolate, and dairy components, with a modest amount of protein from eggs and any nuts included. A single serving can range from 400 to 700 calories, depending on portion size and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 38 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the trifle format is a classic British dessert, but this version is a distinctly American, modern twist that prioritizes rich, indulgent flavors over the traditional fruit and sponge cake. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'sometimes food,' offering a dense source of quick energy from sugars and fats but very little in the way of essential vitamins or minerals.
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