Vampire Halloween Trifle Recipe

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Introduction

This Vampire Halloween Trifle is a spooky and delicious layered dessert perfect for Halloween parties. Combining red velvet cake, brownies, chocolate pudding, and a haunting edible blood drizzle, it’s sure to impress your guests with both flavor and presentation.

A clear glass bowl shows a layered dessert with six visible layers starting from the bottom: a dark red cake layer, a thick dark chocolate layer, a white cream layer, a second dark red cake layer, another thick dark chocolate layer, and a top white cream layer. The dessert is decorated with small white bones sticking out from the top, crushed golden cookie crumbs, drizzles of red sauce, and chocolate pieces. The bowl is placed on a gray fabric with a white marbled texture as the background, and a light skull decoration is beside the bowl. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1 baked red velvet cake
  • 20 brownie bites
  • 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding (3.4 ounces each)
  • 4 cups 2% milk
  • Dark chocolate candy bar, shaved
  • 16 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
  • 20 Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup (for edible blood)
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup (for edible blood)
  • 2 drops red food gel coloring (for edible blood)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut the red velvet cake into 1-inch squares and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the chocolate pudding according to the package instructions by whisking the pudding powder into the milk. Stir in the shaved dark chocolate, then cover and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together the chocolate syrup, light corn syrup, and red food gel coloring to create the edible blood.
  4. Step 4: Begin assembling the trifle by drizzling some edible blood along the inside edges of your trifle dish for a dramatic effect.
  5. Step 5: Add a layer of red velvet cake squares and brownie bites to the bottom of the dish.
  6. Step 6: Spoon a layer of pudding over the cake and brownies, spreading it evenly.
  7. Step 7: Spread a layer of Cool Whip over the pudding, followed by a layer of crushed Oreo cookies.
  8. Step 8: Repeat the layering process—cake and brownies, pudding, Cool Whip, and crushed Oreos—until the trifle dish is filled.
  9. Step 9: Finish with a thick layer of Cool Whip on top, then drizzle more edible blood over the surface to enhance the Halloween vibe.
  10. Step 10: Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set.

Tips & Variations

  • For extra texture, add chopped nuts or fresh berries between layers.
  • Use homemade chocolate pudding if you prefer a richer, fresher flavor.
  • Try substituting the Cool Whip with fresh whipped cream for a lighter topping.
  • Top the trifle with whole brownies, cake squares, or additional crushed Oreos for decoration.

Storage

Store the trifle covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, consume within this time. When ready to serve again, you can gently stir or add a fresh dollop of Cool Whip on top. Avoid freezing as it will alter the texture of the pudding and Cool Whip.

How to Serve

The dish is a layered dessert in a clear glass bowl, placed on a white marbled texture, with a dark gray cloth nearby. The bottom visible layer is creamy white, topped with a bright red sauce spread unevenly. On top of this sauce are scattered chunks of dark chocolate with a slightly rough texture, and golden brown crumbled cookie pieces. Small white candy bones with red specks are placed randomly on the top surface, adding a spooky, festive look. The overall texture is creamy and chunky with contrasting colors of white, red, dark brown, and golden brown. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this trifle ahead of time?

Yes, it actually tastes better after chilling in the fridge for at least 3 hours as the layers meld together.

What if I don’t have red food gel coloring?

You can use liquid red food coloring, but food gel is preferred for a more vibrant color without thinning the edible blood mixture.

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Vampire Halloween Trifle Recipe

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  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
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Description

This Vampire Halloween Trifle is a spooky and delicious layered dessert perfect for Halloween celebrations. Featuring layers of moist red velvet cake, rich brownie bites, creamy chocolate pudding with dark chocolate shavings, fluffy Cool Whip, and crunchy crushed Oreo cookies, topped with a dramatic edible blood drizzle made from chocolate syrup, corn syrup, and red food coloring. It’s a visually striking and indulgent dessert that combines classic flavors with a festive gothic twist.

Ingredients

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For the Trifle:

  • 1 baked red velvet cake
  • 20 brownie bites
  • 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding (3.4 ounces each)
  • 4 cups 2% milk
  • Dark chocolate candy bar, shaved
  • 16 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
  • 20 Oreo cookies, crushed

For the Edible Blood:

  • 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 2 drops red food gel coloring

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cake: Cut the baked red velvet cake into 1-inch squares and set aside for layering.
  2. Make Pudding: Whisk together the instant chocolate pudding powders with 4 cups of 2% milk according to package directions. Stir in the shaved dark chocolate candy bar, cover, and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  3. Prepare Edible Blood: In a small bowl, combine chocolate syrup, light corn syrup, and red food gel coloring. Mix thoroughly to create a bright red, syrupy edible blood.
  4. Start Assembling: Drizzle some edible blood decoratively on the inside walls of the trifle dish to create a spooky effect.
  5. Layer Cake and Brownies: Add a layer of red velvet cake squares and brownie bites to the bottom of the trifle dish.
  6. Add Pudding: Spread a layer of prepared chocolate pudding over the cake and brownies to cover them completely.
  7. Layer Cool Whip: Spread a generous layer of thawed Cool Whip over the pudding layer.
  8. Add Crushed Oreos: Sprinkle a layer of crushed Oreo cookies on top of the Cool Whip.
  9. Repeat Layers: Continue layering in the order of cake/brownies, pudding, Cool Whip, and crushed Oreos until you reach the top of the dish.
  10. Top and Decorate: Finish with a top layer of Cool Whip. Drizzle additional edible blood over the top for a dramatic Halloween look. Optionally, decorate with extra cake pieces, brownies, or Oreos as desired.
  11. Chill: Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to let the flavors meld and layers set.

Notes

  • Use a clear glass trifle dish to showcase the layered effect.
  • The edible blood can be adjusted in color intensity by adding more or fewer drops of red food gel.
  • For a richer pudding, substitute whole milk instead of 2% milk.
  • Make sure the Cool Whip is fully thawed for easy spreading.
  • Prepare the pudding and edible blood a few hours ahead to save assembly time.
  • Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Vampire Halloween Trifle, Halloween dessert, red velvet trifle, chocolate pudding dessert, layered trifle, spooky dessert, festive trifle, layered cake dessert

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