Bake the Cake: Follow the instructions on the box of chocolate cake mix, or use your favorite homemade chocolate cake recipe. Once baked, let it cool completely.
Cut into Cubes: Cut the cooled chocolate cake into 1-inch cubes.
2. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding
Mix the Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and milk until thickened. Set aside.
3. Make the Peanut Butter Cream
Beat the Peanut Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add Heavy Cream and Vanilla: Gradually add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Make the Whipped Cream
Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5. Assemble the Trifle
Layer the Cake: Place a layer of chocolate cake cubes at the bottom of a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses.
Add Chocolate Pudding: Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding over the cake cubes.
Add Bananas: Arrange a layer of sliced bananas over the pudding.
Add Peanut Butter Cream: Spoon a layer of peanut butter cream over the bananas.
Add Whipped Cream: Spread a layer of whipped cream over the peanut butter cream.
Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the dish, finishing with a final layer of whipped cream.
6. Garnish and Serve
Garnish: Sprinkle chocolate shavings or curls and crushed peanuts on top for garnish.
Chill: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
