Candy Cane Brownie Trifle Jars (Printer View)

Fudgy brownies, peppermint cream, and candy canes layered in jars for a festive treat.

# Components:

→ Brownie Layer

01 - 1 batch (about 14 oz) fudgy brownies, baked and cooled

→ Peppermint Cream

02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese or full-fat cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

→ Garnish

06 - 4 candy canes, crushed
07 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
08 - Extra whipped cream (optional)

# Method:

01 - Slice the cooled brownies into small cubes, approximately 3/4 inch each.
02 - Whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. In a separate bowl, blend mascarpone or cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined and airy.
03 - Arrange a layer of brownie cubes at the base of each jar. Top with a generous spoonful or piped layer of peppermint cream. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes and mini chocolate chips.
04 - Alternate layers of brownie cubes and peppermint cream, continuing until jars are filled. Finish with peppermint cream as the top layer.
05 - Crown each jar with extra whipped cream, additional crushed candy canes, and more mini chocolate chips.
06 - Refrigerate the jars for at least 30 minutes prior to serving to enhance flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy store-bought brownies or your favorite homemade recipe
  • No-bake layers keep it simple and fast
  • Perfect for make-ahead holiday entertaining
  • Kids love the colors and sweet surprise layers
  • Personalized jars create a festive touch for gifts or parties
02 -
  • High in indulgent holiday flavor
  • Ready to eat within an hour start to finish
  • Ideal for prepping ahead of time since chilling only makes them better
03 -
  • Let brownies cool completely before cutting so they slice cleanly and hold shape
  • For absolute smooth cream leave out mascarpone or cream cheese for thirty minutes before blending
  • Crushing candy canes in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin makes less mess and more even pieces
  • If you want bakery-style appearance pipe the cream layer for sharp edges
  • For grown-up gatherings a splash of peppermint schnapps in the cream is a secret upgrade
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