Chocolate Toffee Trifle....paula Deen

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The forum discussion centers around Paula Deen's Chocolate Toffee Trifle recipe featured on her show "Paula's Home Cooking." The recipe includes a box of Duncan Hines chocolate cake mix, coffee liqueur, fudge sauce, chocolate-covered toffee candy bars, and whipped cream. Key preparation steps involve soaking the cake in coffee liqueur, layering it with fudge sauce and candy bits, and refrigerating it before serving. Additionally, a homemade hot fudge sauce recipe is provided, which includes German chocolate, unsweetened chocolate, butter, powdered sugar, evaporated milk, and vanilla.

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pamperedlinda
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Hey ya'll! (I sound just like Paula saying that)

I was watching Paula Deen yesterday and she had this trifle recipe on her show. Sounded really good....and since we have a brand new trifle bowl that we are all looking to use I thought I post this recipe for you too. I haven't made it yet, but it sounds really yummy!

Linda

Chocolate Toffee Trifle Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
See this recipe on air Tuesday Feb. 13 at 4:00 PM ET/PT.

Show: Paula's Home Cooking
Episode: Sexy Southern Chocolate

1 box chocolate cake mix (recommended: Duncan Hines)
1/2 cup coffee liqueur
2 cups fudge sauce, recipe follows, or 1 (16-ounce) jar fudge sauce
3 chocolate covered toffee candy bars, broken into pieces
1 1/2 cups heavy cream whipped and sweetened with 1/3 cup sugar

Prepare the cake according to the package directions for a 9 by 13-inch cake. Cool thoroughly.
Prick the entire top of the cake with a fork. Pour coffee liqueur over the cake and allow it to soak in. Wrap the cake with plastic and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Slice the cake into 1-inch thick pieces.

Line the bottom of a large glass bowl with a single layer of cake. Pour 1/4 of the fudge sauce over the cake, top with 1/4 of the candy bar-bits then 1/3 of the whipped cream. Repeat layering 2 more times ending with fudge sauce and candy bits. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cook's Note: Assemble the trifle shortly before serving or it will get soggy.


Hot Fudge Sauce:
1 (4-ounce) bar German chocolate
1/2-ounce unsweetened chocolate
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
3 cups powdered sugar
1 2/3 cups evaporated milk
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla
To make the sauce: Melt the German chocolate with the butter in a saucepan over very low heat. Stir in the powdered sugar, alternating with evaporated milk and blending well. Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer until the mixture becomes thick and creamy, about 8 minutes. Stir in the vanilla.
 
I'll be trying this one! I love Paula!!!

I made her Pumpkin Trifle and it was wonderful!!
 
We should try to put all of these trifle recipes together on a sheet/booklet to give to our customers who purchase them starting March and have one on hand when we are doing our shows to give ideas. If someone wants a copy they can buy the trifle or be added to our e-mail lists!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What ingredients are needed for Paula Deen's Chocolate Toffee Trifle?

To make Paula Deen's Chocolate Toffee Trifle, you will need chocolate cake, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, toffee bits, and possibly some chocolate shavings for garnish. You can also use store-bought cake and pudding for convenience.

How long does it take to prepare the Chocolate Toffee Trifle?

The preparation time for the Chocolate Toffee Trifle is approximately 30 minutes. However, you should allow additional time for chilling if you want to serve it cold, which can take a few hours or overnight.

Can I make the Chocolate Toffee Trifle ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the Chocolate Toffee Trifle ahead of time. In fact, it often tastes better after sitting in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight, as the flavors meld together.

What can I substitute for the toffee bits in the trifle?

If you don't have toffee bits, you can substitute crushed chocolate-covered toffee candies or even chopped nuts for added crunch. Alternatively, you could use crushed cookies for a different texture.

Is the Chocolate Toffee Trifle suitable for gluten-free diets?

To make the Chocolate Toffee Trifle gluten-free, you can use gluten-free chocolate cake and ensure that all other ingredients, such as pudding and whipped cream, are also gluten-free. Always check the labels to confirm.

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