Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle

Our Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle is a crowd-pleaser that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Imagine layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter filling, and fresh bananas, all topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. This trifle is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just treating yourself. Let’s dive into this layered paradise!

Resume of the Recipe:

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle is a delicious and easy-to-assemble dessert. With layers of moist chocolate cake, smooth peanut butter cream, and ripe bananas, it’s a symphony of flavors and textures. The whipped cream and chocolate shavings add the perfect finishing touch, making this trifle a show-stopping dessert for any occasion.

Exciting Story:

One weekend, I was looking for a dessert that would bring a smile to my family’s faces. Inspired by our love for chocolate, peanut butter, and bananas, I decided to create this trifle. It was an instant hit! The kids loved the playful layers, and my husband couldn’t get enough of the creamy peanut butter filling. Now, it’s our go-to dessert for celebrations and lazy Sundays. Every bite brings back memories of laughter and togetherness, making this trifle a family favorite.

Why This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle:

Why This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle?

• Irresistible Layers: Rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter filling, and fresh bananas.
• Perfect for Gatherings: A stunning and delicious dessert that’s easy to share.
• Flavor Harmony: The combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and bananas is a match made in dessert heaven.

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 box of chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
• OR
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Peanut Butter Cream:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

For the Trifle Layers:

• 4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 cups whipped cream
• Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips for garnish

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Trifle:

For the Chocolate Cake:

1. Prepare the Pans:
   1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
   1. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Add Boiling Water:
   1. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is thin and smooth.
5. Bake the Cake:
   1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   2. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Peanut Butter Cream:

1. Mix the Ingredients:
   1. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth.
   2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
   3. Gently fold in the whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.

Assemble the Trifle:

1. Layer the Ingredients:
   1. Cut the cooled chocolate cake into cubes.
   2. In a large trifle bowl or individual serving glasses, layer half of the chocolate cake cubes.
   3. Add a layer of sliced bananas on top of the cake.
   4. Spread half of the peanut butter cream over the bananas.
   5. Repeat the layers with the remaining cake, bananas, and peanut butter cream.
2. Top with Whipped Cream:
   1. Spread the whipped cream over the top layer of peanut butter cream.
3. Garnish and Chill:
   1. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips.
   2. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Tips:

• For a more intense flavor, use dark chocolate cake instead of regular chocolate cake.
• Use freshly whipped cream for the best texture and flavor.
• Make sure the cake is completely cooled before assembling the trifle to prevent melting the peanut butter cream.