
A chocolate trifle is a decadent, layered dessert typically featuring chocolate cake or brownies, chocolate custard or pudding, whipped cream, and often chocolate shavings or fruit like cherries. Originating from England, it evolved from simpler trifles into a rich, indulgent centerpiece for celebrations.
This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing quick energy but also significant calories—roughly 400-600 per serving—along with some calcium from dairy and antioxidants from cocoa.
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 42 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
Culturally, it's a showstopper at holidays and parties, symbolizing abundance, while nutritionally, its layered design allows for customizable sweetness and texture, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser.