Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle with Ganache Bliss

This indulgent Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle is a luxurious treat with layers of creamy chocolate cheesecake, a rich Bailey’s-flavored filling, and velvety ganache. Perfect for celebrations or as a decadent dessert to enjoy with friends, it’s a showstopper that combines the best of chocolate, whiskey cream liqueur, and cheesecake in one bite!

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur
• 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped

For the Assembly:

• 1 batch of chocolate cake or brownies (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream (for soaking the cake)
• Whipped cream (for topping)
• Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Make the Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the heavy cream and Bailey’s Irish Cream, and beat until the mixture thickens to a cheesecake-like consistency.
3. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
2. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth and glossy. Let cool to room temperature.

3. Assemble the Trifle:

1. Cut the chocolate cake or brownies into small cubes (about 1-inch pieces).
2. Lightly soak the cake cubes with Bailey’s Irish Cream to add flavor and moisture.
3. In a trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer the soaked cake at the bottom.
4. Add a generous layer of the Bailey’s chocolate cheesecake mixture on top of the cake.
5. Pour a layer of chocolate ganache over the cheesecake layer.
6. Repeat the layers (cake, cheesecake, ganache) until you fill the trifle dish or glasses.

4. Top and Garnish:

1. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream on top of the final layer of ganache.
2. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant touch.

5. Chill and Serve:

1. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2-3 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld.
2. Serve chilled and enjoy the rich, creamy indulgence!

Tips:

• For a more pronounced Bailey’s flavor, add a bit more liqueur to the cheesecake layer.
• If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute the Bailey’s Irish Cream with a flavored syrup like hazelnut or caramel.
• For extra texture, add crushed cookies or toffee bits between the layers of cake.

This Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle is the ultimate dessert to impress your guests, combining creamy cheesecake, decadent ganache, and the smooth richness of Bailey’s Irish Cream in every bite.