The basic principle of the classic British trifle is simple: Assemble layers of whipped cream, custard, cake and fruit in a glass trifle dish. That’s it! This brownie and bourbon caramel version of this holiday dessert is simple and decadent.

Ingredients

Classic Brownies

6 oz. (170 g) dark chocolate, coarsely chopped

3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, cubed

2 eggs

3/4 cup (160 g) lightly packed brown sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup (75 g) unbleached all-purpose flour

Chocolate Custard

1/2 cup (105 g) sugar

3 tbsp cornstarch

3 eggs

2 cups (500 ml) milk

6 oz (170 g) dark chocolate, chopped