This is one of those desserts I always make when I know chocolate lovers are coming over.

It’s rich, creamy, layered with chocolate—and honestly, it never lasts long once it hits the table.

I made this for Easter this year and topped it with Cadbury chocolate eggs, but this is a dessert I make all year long. It’s perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime you want something a little extra special.

The classic version is usually made with brownies, pudding, whipped topping, and Heath bars—but I like to add cream cheese to mine. It makes the whole dessert extra rich, smooth, and creamy.

And I don’t always stick to Heath bars either. I love switching it up depending on what I have on hand. This time I used a Cadbury chocolate bar, but you can use any chocolate you like.

It’s simple, flexible, and always a hit.

And sometimes those are the best recipes—the ones that bring everyone together and leave the dessert dish empty.

No matter the occasion…
there’s always something to thank Him for. 💛

✨ Why You’ll Love This Dessert

• Rich, creamy, and chocolatey
• Easy layered dessert—no stress
• Perfect for holidays or gatherings
• Customizable with your favorite candy
• Even better made ahead

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 box brownie mix (family size for 9x13 pan)
• 1 (16 oz) tub Cool Whip
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (5.1 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
• 3 cups milk
• 12–15 oz candy bar of your choice

👩🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the brownie mix according to package directions in a 9x13 pan.
   Let brownies cool completely.
2. Cut cooled brownies into 1–2 inch cubes.

3. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to combine:

   • Chocolate pudding mix
   • Milk
   • Softened cream cheese

   Mix until smooth and fluffy.

4. Fold in half of the Cool Whip (8 oz) until combined.
5. Chop your candy bar into small pieces.

🧁 Assemble the Torte

1. In a large bowl or trifle dish, layer:
   • Half of the brownie cubes
   • Half of the pudding mixture
   • Half of remaining Cool Whip (about 4 oz)
   • Half of the chopped candy
2. Repeat layers:
   • Remaining brownies
   • Remaining pudding mixture
   • Remaining Cool Whip
   • Remaining candy

📝 Notes & Tips

• Best made the night before for soft, chewy brownies
• Make sure cream cheese is very soft to avoid lumps
• Small bits of cream cheese may appear but won’t be noticeable
• Freeze candy bars before chopping—it makes it much easier
• Use any chocolate you love for variety

🍫 Variations

• Use Heath bars, Cadbury, Hershey, or Reese’s
• Add chocolate chips or drizzle chocolate syrup on top
• Try different pudding flavors for a twist

💛 A Little Encouragement

Sometimes the sweetest moments come from the simplest things…

A shared dessert, laughter around the table, and the people we gather with.

I hope this recipe brings a little joy to your home and gives you something delicious to share with the people you love.

Because in both the big celebrations and the everyday moments…
there is always something to be thankful for.