A simple, no bake summer dessert made 3 different ways: Red, White and Blue Berry, Peanut Butter Cup, and Heavenly Hash! Only 4 main ingredients plus your choice of mix ins! A perfectly portable dessert for picnics.
You guys, I’m just loving summer.
I can’t get over it.
Mostly because the weather has been just absolutely beautiful lately (even a touch on the too-hot side if you ask me, but as a Manitoban I really try not to complain about any summer heat), but also because my husband has been “at home” (somewhere on our 13 acres) for about the last month which means our 3 year old has had more freedom to get out and explore outside.
This gives me a little more time to experiment in the kitchen, and even so, I haven’t baked anything in such a long time. It’s just too warm!
There is a part of me that misses it though. I mean, baked goods. Carbs. Just a few of my favorite things. And I think when fall finally hits I’m going to go through some serious baking extravaganzas.
Until then? I’m bringing you all things no bake, frozen, or grilled.
Do you know what else I love? Picnics.
I have a 3 year old and a 6 month old, and there are about 8 months of the year here where if we are out and have to eat somewhere other than in our home (or in someone else’s), it’s in a restaurant. And those of you with young kids might be able to appreciate what kind of a gamble that can be at times.
So I’ve come to love portable, packable foods that we can take to the park and enjoy without the stress of trying to get two somewhat excitable children to sit somewhat quietly while we wait for food. That doesn’t mean you can’t eat fabulous food!
I love packing desserts in jars. (a) They’re super cute and (b) portable, and (c) everyone can make their own (even the kids!) and add in whatever flavors they want! It’s just kind of a wonderful thing.
But there was no way I was going to be baking brownies to make these trifles, so I grabbed some Two-Bite Brownies. These have kind of been an obsession of mine for a long time now, and they are the perfect excuse to leave the oven off!
I also grabbed some chocolate pudding mix and some frozen whipped topping – it’s summer, and I am all about easy. I also tend to buy the reduced fat/sugar/light version of everything when I’m making dessert, so I feel a little less guilty about the peanut butter cups!
I had so many ideas for flavor combinations, and in the end I just couldn’t decide so I made the brownie trifle 3 different ways! This just goes to show how easy it is for everyone to mix and match what goes in.
I’m not going to include measurements for the mix ins, because it really depends how many people want each one, and there are really no hard and fast rules for combining them. It’s just a super simple dessert that’s perfect for summer!
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Ingredients
- 1 box instant chocolate pudding 4 serving size
- 2 cups milk
- 1 L tub frozen whipped topping thawed
- 635 g tub Two-Bite Brownies
Optional Mix Ins:
- Chopped peanut butter cups and smooth peanut butter
- Raspberries and blueberries
- Mini marshmallows toasted almonds and chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk as directed on package until thickened (1-3 minutes). Set aside.
- Chop brownies into smaller pieces.
- Add a layer of brownies to the jar. Top with a spoonful of chocolate pudding and a spoonful of whipped topping. Top with mix ins as directed below. Repeat one more time so there are two layers of everything.
- Screw the lid on the jar and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve. To transport, place in a cooler bag with an ice pack.
- Peanut Butter Cup:Place a teaspoonful of smooth peanut butter in a small ziploc bag and microwave on high for 5-10 seconds until slightly warm. Snip the tip of the bag and add a small drizzle of peanut butter on top of whipped topping, follow by a layer of chopped peanut butter cups.
- Red, White and Blue Berry:Add a layer of berries on top of whipped topping.
- Heavenly Hash:Add a layer of mini marshmallows, toasted almonds (or other nuts of choice) and chocolate sprinkles on top of whipped topping layer.
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Danielle says
I think desserts in little jars just taste better! These look so cute and delicious too. Love the different variations you did too, I’ll take one of each!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
These trifles look so delicious, and in this heat, I adore that they’re no-bake!!
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
These trifles are perfect for summer!!! Love all the fun flavors. Easy desserts just can’t be beat during the summer! Pinned!
Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says
How can you choose when they all looks so INCREDIBLE! I just want to grab my fork and five right in to ALL three!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Oh my goodness! I can’t decide which one I like best. They all look so good!
Manali @ CookWithManali says
so adorable! lovely pictures Ashley 🙂
Beth says
I don’t want to pick which one I want, so I’d stuff all of the toppings into one, hehe 🙂 YUM!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
These trifles are so so adorable! I love all the different toppings! So much fun and perfect for picnics!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Love them all! Such a great idea when you want a delicious dessert but don’t want to heat up the house!!
Dorothy Dunton says
Hi Ashley! Having raised two kids who are four years apart I remember well about deciding to take them out to eat – sometimes it went really well and others not so good! I’d go straight for the peanut butter cups and then move on to the others!
Ashley says
Haha, I think that was the favorite here, too! Yes, restaurants are definitely a gamble! 🙂
Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says
What a great idea to have when having a party! You can put the mix-ins on the table and see what people come up with. Love this idea! And love brownie anything!! 🙂
Ashley says
Thanks Cyndi! We have had so much fun making these!
Annie @Maebells says
Yum!! I love how easy these are to throw together, perfect for a party where guests can just build their own!
Ashley says
Absolutely! And low stress 🙂
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
This looks awesome! I ‘m alllll about pb cups, so that’s where I’d head first, but I love all three options 🙂
Ashley says
We are too Medha! Thanks 🙂
Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says
These look SO good! A great way to use two bite brownies, so delish!
Ashley says
Thanks Michelle!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
These all look so good, I don’t know which one I want to pick! Probably the peanut butter cup one. Love chocolate and peanut butter together!
Ashley says
Haha, that seems to be a favorite! Thanks Natalie!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
These are seriously so fantastic. I would probably want to eat every single one of these in one sitting!
Ashley says
Haha, it was hard not to! Thanks Jocelyn 🙂
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Oh my goodness, these trifles are SO fun, Ashley! I totally want to make these for the 4th this weekend! Or better yet, set out all the toppings and let people make their own! Gorgeous photos too, girl! 😀
Ashley says
That is a great idea! Thanks Sarah!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Yum! Three ways to make a brownie trifle? Sign me up! This sounds amazing, Ashley! Especially the pb version, delish!
Ashley says
Haha, apparently I have a problem with indecision 😉 The peanut butter is definitely a favorite!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Ashley, I love summer and picnics too!!! and I LOVE these no bake trifles!!!!!! LOVE! so perfect and so easy to transport!
Ashley says
Thanks Alice!
Tori@Gringalicious.com says
Love it! A great treat to beat the heat!
Ashley says
Thanks Tori!