Scoop of Heaven Trifle: A Beginner’s Guide to the Ultimate Dessert

Why Make This Recipe

Scoop of Heaven Trifle is an easy and delicious dessert that anyone can enjoy. It layers moist chocolate cake, sweet condensed milk, light whipped cream, and crunchy toffee bits. This dessert is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a dessert that looks impressive and tastes even better.

How to Make Scoop of Heaven Trifle

Ingredients:

• 1 box of Devil’s Food cake mix (you will make the cake according to the box instructions)
• 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
• 16 oz. of whipped cream (either store-bought or homemade)
• 22 oz. of caramel syrup
• 8 oz. of Heath English Toffee Bits
• 1 King-Sized Heath bar (for crushing and topping)

Directions:

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   Prepare the Cake: Start by baking the Devil’s Food cake according to the package instructions. Once it’s ready, let it cool completely.

   
   
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   Cut the Cake into Squares: Once the cake is cool, cut it into small squares. This will make layering the trifle easier.

   
   
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   Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the cut cake squares, allowing it to soak in for extra sweetness.

   
   
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   First Layer in the Trifle Bowl: Place a layer of the cake squares into the bottom of a trifle bowl or a large glass dish.

   
   
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   Add the Whipped Cream, Caramel, and Toffee: Spread some whipped cream over the cake layer. Then, drizzle caramel syrup on top and sprinkle with Heath English Toffee Bits.

   
   
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   Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining cake, sweetened condensed milk, whipped cream, caramel, and toffee bits.

   
   
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   Top with Crushed Heath Bars: Finally, crush the King-Sized Heath bar and sprinkle it over the top layer for added crunch.

   
   
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   Refrigerate: Cover the trifle and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This will help all the flavors mix together.

   
   

How to Serve Scoop of Heaven Trifle

To serve your Scoop of Heaven Trifle, simply spoon it out into individual bowls. Make sure to get a bit of each layer in every serving. You can add extra whipped cream or toffee bits on top for a fun touch. This dessert is best enjoyed cold.

How to Store Scoop of Heaven Trifle

If you have leftovers, cover the trifle bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it back in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3 days. Be sure to enjoy it before it runs out!

Tips to Make Scoop of Heaven Trifle

• For a richer flavor, consider using homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought.
• If you’re short on time, you can use mini chocolate cakes instead of baking a whole cake.
• Feel free to adjust the number of layers based on your dish size more layers can make it even more fun!

Variation

You can switch up the flavors by using vanilla cake mix or adding fruit like bananas or strawberries between the layers for a fresh twist. You could also try different candies for topping.

FAQs

1. Can I make this dessert ahead of time?
Yes, you can make Scoop of Heaven Trifle a day before serving. The flavors get better when they sit together in the refrigerator.

2. Can I use a different type of cake mix?
Absolutely! You can use any cake mix you like. A red velvet or yellow cake can also work well.

3. Is it okay to use low-fat ingredients?
Yes, using low-fat whipped cream or sugar-free caramel can make this dessert a bit lighter if you prefer. Just remember it may change the flavor slightly.