This decadent Butterfinger Dessert trifle is perfect for any occasion. It has the perfect balance sweet, creamy, and crunchy!
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If you love then butterfinger candies, then you’ll love this luxurious Butterfinger Dessert layered with pound cake, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, nutter butters, and crushed butterfingers. This butterfinger cake recipe is no-bake and low effort.
For more easy no-bake desserts fit for any occasion, check out this no bake recipe collection. And, if you’re obsessed with trifles like we are, give this Tiramisu Trifle a try. It has all of the flavor of the traditional dessert without the work.
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What We Love About This Butterfinger Cake Trifle Recipe
If you love all things Butterfinger, find out all the details about this delicious candy.
- Easy Ingredients: All you need to make this butterfinger cake recipe is 5 simple ingredients.
- Family Friendly: This Butterfinger Cake Trifle is good treat to share with family.
- Adaptable: Switch up the flavor of your pudding or use brownies in place of the pound cake for just as delicious of a result. Also try this Butterfinger pie recipe.
Ingredient Notes
- Whipped Topping: Use a whipped topping, such as Cool Whip you can find it in the freezer aisle. Or you can make your own whipped cream using this recipe.
Variations and Substitutions
- Peanut Butter Pudding – If you’re a peanut butter lover, add an extra nutty kick by adding 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter to the pudding mixture. Use a vanilla base for a nuttier flavor or add to the chocolate base.
- Brownie Cubes – Feel free to replace the pound cake with brownies if you are wanting more chocolate. (They can be cut up or crumbled, depending on preference) or try angel food cake.
How to Make Butterfinger Cake Trifle
These are the basic steps for making Butterfinger Dessert. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
STEP 1: POUND CAKE CUBES
Once you have prepared your pudding and it is ready to use, cut the pound cake into 1-inch cubes. Then add half of them in the bottom of your trifle bowl or large bowl, layer evenly. Next cover the cake cubes with half of the chocolate pudding, and stir in and spread into an even layer.
STEP 2: NUTTY BUDDIES AND WHIP TOPPING
Using a sharp knife cut the Nutty Buddy bars into 1-inch pieces. Then arrange them around the inside rim of the trifle bowl. Top with half of the whipped topping.
STEP 3: CRUSH BUTTERFINGERS
In a gallon sized plastic bag, crush the Butterfingers using a rolling pin. Add half of the crushed Butterfinger to the layer of whip cream.
STEP 4: REPEAT LAYERS
Next add another layer of pound cake cubes, then chocolate pudding, Nutty Buddy bars, whip topping, and to finish sprinkle with the remaining crushed butterfingers. Finally, chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.
Prep and Storage Tips for this No Bake Dessert Recipe
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
To make butterfinger cake recipe ahead of time, follow the steps as usual and make 1-2 days in advance and store covered in the fridge.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
Store leftover butterfinger cake trifle in airtight container or cover with plastic wrap or foil in the fridge for up to 4 days.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
Store your leftover trifle in airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course, if you want your trifle to be a bit less decadent, swap the chocolate pudding for vanilla. Cheese cake pudding is wonderful too.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved, just increase or decrease the ingredients proptionally and either use a dish that is about half or double the size of a trifle bowl.
Yes, butterfingers are made of a peanut butter crisp that is then covered in chocolate.
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- This Recipe Can be Halved: If you are not looking to make such a big batch of butterfinger cake trifle, proptionally decrease the ingredients and layer in a smaller dish such as a loaf pan.
- Butterfinger Bars: If you are using full-size Butterfingers, use 3-4 butterfinger candy bars.
- Chocolate Syrup: Drizzle a little syrup on top for more chocolatey goodness. Top with some candy bar crumbs.
- Butterscotch : Try using butterscotch pudding mix in this recipe.
What to Serve with Butterfinger Dessert Trifle
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Butterfinger Dessert Trifle
Equipment
- Plastic Bag
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Ingredients
- 1 pound cake
- 1 instant chocolate pudding, prepared according to package directions
- 2 twin packs of Nutty Buddy bars
- 8 ounces container of whipped topping
- 12 fun size Butterfingers
Instructions
- Cut the pound cake into 1-inch cubes. Layer half of them in the bottom of your trifle bowl.
- Cover the pound cake cubes with half of the chocolate pudding.
- Cut the Nutty Buddy bars into 1-inch pieces and arrange them around the inside rim of the trifle bowl.
- Top with half of the whipped topping.
- Crush the Butterfingers inside a gallon plastic bag. Add half of the crushed Butterfinger on top of the whipped topping.
- Repeat this with the remaining ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Christina’s Notes
- This Recipe Can be Halved: If you are not looking to make such a big batch of butterfinger cake trifle, proptionally decrease the ingredients and layer in a smaller dish such as a loaf pan.
- Butterfinger Bars: If you are using full-size Butterfingers, use 3-4 butterfinger candy bars.
- Chocolate Syrup: Drizzle a little syrup on top for more chocolatey goodness. Top with some candy bar crumbs.
- Butterscotch : Try using butterscotch pudding mix in this recipe.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Nutrition
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