Halloween Gummy Worms and Oreo Trifle Recipe

Introduction

This Halloween trifle is a fun and festive dessert perfect for spooky gatherings. Layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy green pudding, crushed Oreos, and gummy worms come together to create a hauntingly delicious treat.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients on back)
• 6.6 oz white chocolate pudding mix (2 boxes)
• 3 cups 2% milk
• 1 large container cool whip
• Green food coloring
• 20 Oreos (crushed)
• Gummy worms

Instructions

1. Step 1: Prepare the chocolate cake according to the package instructions. Once baked, allow it to cool completely, then cut into cubes.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix the white chocolate pudding mixes with the milk until smooth. Fold in the cool whip and add green food coloring until you reach a bright neon shade. Mix well and set aside.
3. Step 3: In your trifle dish, spread a quarter of the pudding and whipped cream mixture on the bottom. Add one-third of the cake cubes on top. Sprinkle one-third of the crushed Oreos and a few gummy worms over the layer. Repeat these layers two more times.
4. Step 4: Finish by topping the trifle with the remaining pudding mixture. Sprinkle with the last of the crushed Oreos and garnish with more gummy worms.
5. Step 5: Refrigerate the trifle until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld and the dessert to chill thoroughly.

Tips & Variations

• Use regular chocolate pudding instead of white chocolate for a richer flavor and a darker green layer when combined with food coloring.
• To make it more festive, add candy eyeballs or edible spiders along with the gummy worms.
• If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the amount of cool whip or substitute with whipped cream.

Storage

Store the trifle covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture and flavor, consume within this time. If refrigerated longer, the cake may become soggy. Before serving, you can stir gently or add fresh gummy worms as garnish.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this trifle ahead of time?

Yes, making the trifle a few hours ahead or the night before helps the flavors meld nicely. Just keep it refrigerated and add any gummy worm garnishes right before serving.

What can I use if I don’t have green food coloring?

You can substitute with matcha powder for a natural green tint, though it will add a mild tea flavor. Alternatively, skip the coloring for a classic white chocolate pudding layer.

Halloween Gummy Worms and Oreo Trifle Recipe

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This Halloween Trifle is a fun and spooky layered dessert perfect for Halloween parties. Featuring moist chocolate cake cubes, creamy white chocolate pudding mixed with whipped cream and vibrant green food coloring, crunchy crushed Oreos, and playful gummy worms, this dessert is both visually striking and deliciously indulgent. It’s easy to assemble and sure to delight kids and adults alike.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cake

• 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)

Pudding Mixture

• 6.6 oz white chocolate pudding mix (2 boxes)
• 3 cups 2% milk
• 1 large container cool whip (approximately 8 oz)
• Green food coloring (neon or bright green, amount to desired color intensity)

Additional Ingredients

• 20 Oreos (crushed)
• Gummy worms (for decoration and layering, quantity as desired)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake: Follow the instructions on the chocolate cake mix box to bake the cake. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely, then cut it into small cubes suitable for layering.
2. Make the Pudding Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine both boxes of white chocolate pudding mix with 3 cups of 2% milk. Whisk until the pudding thickens. Gently fold in the entire container of Cool Whip until smooth and well combined. Add green food coloring to the pudding mixture and stir well until evenly colored. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Trifle – First Layer: Spoon about one-quarter of the pudding and whipped cream mixture into the bottom of a trifle dish. Follow by adding one-third of the chocolate cake cubes evenly on top. Sprinkle one-third of the crushed Oreos over the cake layer, then scatter a few gummy worms for a creepy effect.
4. Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process by adding another one-quarter of the pudding mixture, followed by one-third of the cake cubes, a sprinkle of crushed Oreos, and a few more gummy worms. Continue layering until you have used up all the cake cubes and most of the pudding mixture.
5. Top the Trifle: Finish by spreading the remaining pudding and whipped cream mixture evenly on top. Garnish with the remaining crushed Oreos and gummy worms for a festive Halloween look.
6. Chill: Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and pudding to set.

Notes

• Use any brand of white chocolate pudding mix you prefer.
• If you want a more intense green color, add food coloring gradually until you reach the desired shade.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute cool whip and milk with non-dairy alternatives.
• This dessert can be made a day ahead for easier party prep.
• To make the layers more distinct, gently press down the cake cubes before adding pudding.

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