Bailey's Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle with Chocolate Drizzle 🍫🍮

This indulgent no-bake dessert features a decadent combination of Bailey’s-infused cheesecake, rich chocolate ganache, and crumbled chocolate cake, layered into a beautiful trifle. It’s the perfect treat for parties, special occasions, or a moment of self-indulgence.

Ingredients:

For the Bailey's Cheesecake Layer:

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened 🧀

1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar 🍬

1/4 cup (60ml) Bailey’s Irish Cream 🥃

1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream 🥛

For the Chocolate Cake Layer:

1 small chocolate cake, crumbled 🍰 (store-bought or homemade)

For the Chocolate Ganache Drizzle:

1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 🍫

1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream 🥛

For Assembly:

Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish 🍫✨

Optional: whipped cream or Bailey’s for drizzling 🍦🥃

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bailey's Cheesecake Layer:

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.

Add Bailey’s Irish Cream and mix until fully combined.

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the other components.

2. Make the Chocolate Ganache:

Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer.

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl and let it sit for 2 minutes.

Stir the mixture until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. Assemble the Trifle:

In a trifle bowl or individual dessert cups, start with a layer of crumbled chocolate cake.

Add a generous layer of the Bailey’s cheesecake filling.

Drizzle the cheesecake layer with chocolate ganache.

Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of cheesecake on top.

4. Garnish:

Drizzle the top with extra chocolate ganache.

Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for a decorative touch.

Optional: Add a dollop of whipped cream or a splash of Bailey’s on top.

Tips for Success:

Chill the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set.

For added texture, consider sprinkling crushed Oreos or chopped nuts between the layers.

Adjust the amount of Bailey’s to suit your preference: more for a stronger boozy flavor, or less for a subtle hint.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve chilled and watch as guests dive into this creamy, boozy, chocolatey dessert. Each spoonful of Bailey’s Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle is sure to leave everyone craving more. Perfect for any celebration or as a treat-yourself dessert! 🍫🍮