Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle

1. Preheat your oven and prepare the chocolate cake according to the instructions on the box (or your homemade recipe).
2. Once baked, let the cake cool completely.
3. Cut the cake into small cubes or crumble it into chunks to fit the trifle bowl.

2. Make the Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue mixing until fully combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
5. Stir in the melted chocolate and Bailey’s Irish Cream, mixing until fully incorporated.

3. Make 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 pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth.
3. Add the butter for extra shine, if desired. Let the ganache cool slightly to thicken.

4. Make the Whipped Cream Layer:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

5. Assemble the Trifle:

1. In a large trifle dish, layer the chocolate cake cubes at the bottom.
2. Spoon a layer of the Bailey’s chocolate cheesecake mixture over the cake.
3. Drizzle some of the chocolate ganache over the cheesecake layer.
4. Repeat the layers until the trifle dish is filled, finishing with a generous layer of whipped cream on top.
5. Garnish with shaved chocolate, crushed cookies, or fresh berries, if desired.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Chill the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
• Serve and enjoy this rich, indulgent Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle!

This dessert is perfect for a crowd, with layers of creamy, chocolatey, and boozy goodness. Would you like to try any variations, such as adding a layer of caramel or toasting the cake cubes for extra texture?