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Halloween Zombie Trifles


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pack of Oreo cookies: To create the crumbly ‘graveyard dirt.’
  • 1 box of chocolate sandwich cookies: Used for crafting the zombie eyes.
  • 2 cups of heavy cream: For making the whipped cream.
  • 1/2 cup of powdered sugar: To sweeten the cream.
  • Green food coloring: To give the cream and pudding their ghastly green hue.
  • 1 package of vanilla pudding mix: Can use a store-bought prepared pudding if preferred.
  • Chocolate chips or candy eyeballs: For the zombie eyes’ pupils.
  • Clear mini trifle cups or jars: For serving the trifles in layers.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Green Cream

  • Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until it forms soft peaks.
  • Add a few drops of green food coloring and stir until uniformly colored. Chill this mixture in the refrigerator.

Step 2: Prepare the Oreo Crumbles

  • Separate the Oreo cookies from their filling and crush the cookies into fine crumbs.

Step 3: Make the Pudding

  • Prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions and allow it to cool.
  • Incorporate a few drops of green food coloring to achieve a vibrant green shade similar to the whipped cream.

Step 4: Assemble the Zombie Trifles

  • Begin with a layer of green pudding at the bottom of each trifle cup.
  • Add a layer of the chilled green whipped cream over the pudding.
  • Generously sprinkle the Oreo crumbles on top to represent the ‘graveyard dirt.’

Step 5: Create the Zombie Eyes

  • Cut the chocolate sandwich cookies into circular shapes for the eyes.
  • Place a chocolate chip or candy eyeball in the center of each cookie eye.
  • Position two eyes on top of the dirt layer in each trifle cup.

Variation

For a different twist, try using mint flavoring in the cream or a layer of red fruit compote to add a ‘bloody’ element to your trifle.

Notes

Ensure that the pudding and whipped cream are well chilled before assembling to keep layers distinct and firm.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the trifles immediately after assembly to maintain the texture of the cookie crumbles, or keep them chilled until ready to serve.

Tips

  • For a less sweet option, reduce the powdered sugar in the whipped cream.
  • Customize the eyes with edible markers for more detailed expressions.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (for the pudding)

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Protein: 3g