October 25, 2023
Review RecipeBaileys Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle
This Baileys chocolate cheesecake trifle is a heavenly and creamy treat with the perfect combination of rich chocolate and Irish cream that any chocolate lover would enjoy.
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Rich chocolate, Irish cream flavored cheesecake, plus Baileys flavored whipped cream layered in pretty glasses, what’s not to love about this chocolate cheesecake trifle? The fact that this Baileys trifle is also no-bake adds further appeal.
Baileys Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle Ingredients
You will need:
For The Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon of sea salt
- ¼ cup of Baileys Irish Cream
For The Chocolate Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons of Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
For the Additional Ingredients
- 20 Oreo cookies
Substitutions And Additions
BAILEYS IRISH CREAM: There are many other brands of Irish cream liqueur that will work just as well as Baileys.
Try Saint Brendan’s, Five Farms, Carolans, or Ryan’s.
ALCOHOL-FREE: You can leave out the Baileys to make this an alcohol-free dessert.
Replace it with heavy cream, and you have a family-friendly version of the dessert.
PRO TIP:
This makes 4 generous servings. If you have smaller dishes you’d like to use, you could divide the recipe across 6 servings, and it would still be plenty per serving.
How To Make This Baileys Trifle Recipe
STEP ONE: In a medium mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and sea salt together until combined.
Add ¼ cup Baileys and continue beating until smooth and fluffy.
PRO TIP:
We used powdered sugar in these because it blends so smoothly into the cheesecake and the whipped cream layers.
STEP TWO: In a separate mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until it doubles in volume and begins to thicken.
Add in 2 tablespoons of Baileys, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar.
Continue beating until the mixture has thickened and stiff peaks form.
STEP THREE: Place the Oreo cookies into a gallon-size plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor to form small crumbles.
STEP FOUR: Place the cheesecake mixture into a piping bag and the whipped cream mixture into a second piping bag.
PRO TIP:
Piping the layers into the glasses is optional, but it definitely makes it more uniform and less messy.
STEP FIVE: Beginning with the cookie crumbs, layer cookie crumbs, cheesecake filling, and whipped cream mixture into four lowball glasses.
Repeat with a second layer of cookie crumbs and cheesecake mixture.
STEP SIX: Put an open star piping tip on the whipped cream piping bag and pipe a swirl on the top of each glass.
Sprinkle with a few remaining cookie crumbles on top of the trifle and serve.
PRO TIP:
These are thick enough that they do not need to be chilled before serving. However, they can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until serving time.
How To Serve
Serve these delicious parfaits as dessert at a dinner party. They are such a stunning dessert to look at; your guests will be impressed.
Serve them with our iced tea, raspberry iced tea, sweet peach iced tea, or our southern strawberry sweet tea on the side for a refreshing drink.
If you have leftover Irish Cream, how about making our Baileys and coffee ice cubes?
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Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Keep the Baileys cheesecakes covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to two days.
IN THE FREEZER: We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Full of creamy chocolate and velvety Irish cream cheesecake, this decadent mini Baileys chocolate cheesecake trifle is a dessert that is to die for.
The incredible mix of textures in these indulgent desserts makes these the perfect choice for your next dinner party.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the best bowls to make these trifles in?
Any small parfait type of glasses would be perfect for this recipe. We recommend lowball glasses. Small mason jars or any other small glass bowl would also be cute as well.
Can I freeze chocolate cheesecake trifle?
We don’t recommend freezing these cheesecake trifles as the cream would not likely hold up very well.
Can I make this a non-alcoholic dessert?
If you leave out the Baileys from the whipped cream and replace the Baileys from the cheesecake with regular heavy cream, you can turn this perfect dessert into a non-alcoholic version.
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Baileys Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle
This Baileys chocolate cheesecake trifle is a heavenly and creamy treat with the perfect combination of rich chocolate and Irish cream that any chocolate lover would enjoy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
Cheesecake
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
Chocolate Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Additional
- 20 Oreo cookies
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and sea salt together until combined. Add ¼ cup of Baileys and continue beating until smooth and fluffy.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until it doubles in volume and begins to thicken. Add in 2 tablespoons of Baileys, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar. Continue beating until the mixture has thickened and stiff peaks form.
- Place the Oreo cookies into a gallon-size plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin to form small crumbles.
- Place the cheesecake mixture into a piping bag and the whipped cream mixture into a second piping bag.
- Beginning with the cookie crumbs, layer the cookie crumbs, cheesecake mixture, and whipped cream mixture into four lowball glasses. Repeat with a second layer of cookie crumbs and cheesecake mixture.
- Put an open star piping tip (e.g., Tip #1M) on the whipped cream piping bag and pipe a swirl on the top of each glass. Sprinkle with a few remaining cookie crumbles and serve.
Notes
- This makes 4 generous servings. If you have smaller dishes you’d like to use, you could divide the recipe across 6 servings, and it would still be plenty per serving.
- We used powdered sugar in these because it blends so smoothly into the cheesecake and the whipped cream layers.
- Piping the layers into the glasses is optional, but it definitely makes it more uniform and less messy.
- These are thick enough that they do not need to be chilled before serving. However, they can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until serving time.
Nutrition
Calories: 1106kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 76g | Saturated Fat: 42g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 182mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 69g | Vitamin A: 2399IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 9mg
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Comments
Sarah says
This is really beautiful and has such a gorgeous presentation as well.
Kathy Harris says
Instead of using 4 parfait glasses would like to use One larger dish for entire recipe.. what would you recommend?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Kathy – I would think using any glass bowl or smaller trifle dish would work ok. Enjoy!
T'onna | Sew Crafty Crochet says
This sure does look extremely delicious! I’m pinning this recipe and sharing it with my mom! Yummy!!!
Meagan Trento says
Oh my this looks amazing! Thank you for sharing. I am going to make these on Father’s Day! Have a great week.
Meagan-Decorative Inspirations
Jan says
This is right up my alley…thx so much!
Laura Yarzebinski says
This sounds delicious and very chocolaty! I would only use the baileys if it was adults only dessert. It would make a wonderful special family dessert.
Jacquie Cendro says
I am making the Bailey’s and the family friendly version for my mom’s birthday. I love the idea of serving with Bailey’s and coffee ice cubes
Mary McEntire says
This looks awesome! I already have everything to make this gorgeous dessert, including small trifle bowls and the Bailey’s Irish Cream. I love making “fancy” food.
Carole says
May use less Baileys. Overall recipe seems quite rich.
Would probably use ginger biscuits
Would use recipe for friends coming to lunch or special occasions- Christmas and Easter
Lisa A Stebbins says
MY FAMILY LOVES ANYTHING CHOCOLATE!! THEY WILL LOVE THIS, THANK YOU
Tina Frye says
This looks yummy! I’ve never made it before but after reading the recipe it would be less complicated then making a cheesecake! So I might try it!
Greer says
Have not made it yet but will be soon.
Kathy Greer says
Have not made it yet but will be soon.
Pauline Gudas says
I have never made tjhis. I have to go and purchase some Bailey;s so I make this for my husband’s birthday on Tuesday
Tracy Oldaker says
This looks AMAZING! & yes, I would definitely serve this with some more Bailey’s for adding to coffee!! Yum!
Shelley Hocking says
Looks delicious. Would definitely add mint & also serve with Baileys.
Georgia says
One of my favorite desserts is cheesecake and one of my favorite flavors is chocolate mint. I see chocolate mint cheese cake truffles in my near future.
KAREN LUNDGREN says
SERVE WITH BAILY’S IN A FANCY CHILLED LIQUOR STEM…
RED NAPKINS..
Karen Santiesteban says
Would definitely serve with Bailey’s. Yum.
Kathryn F. says
Looks delicious! I think adding a little bit of mint would make this even more delicious! I will also have to try this non-alcoholic.
Karren Haller says
Your dessert looks delicious, happy it was added to our Linky Party on Oh My Heartsie Girls’ as this week it will be featured, you should stop by and check out all the other features! Hoping you have more links you would like shared.
Have a great week!
Kelly Kardos says
Anything this chocolaty deserves 5 stars! I would absolutely add the BAILEYS!
JENNIFER says
Yum!!! Yes, please! I have all of these ingredients already and will be making this today! I have never made a trifle before, but this is perfect for my first! 🤩
Granna says
This would be delicious. Plan to try it soon. We have never had a chocolate cheesecake trifle.
Natalie Pollock says
I’ve never made a chocolate cheesecake trifle, but I think I’ll be making it soon!! It looks amazing, and I think it will be perfect for some of our upcoming summer plans!!
Linda says
Such a lovely dessert. Yummy chocolate and Baileys. i am happy to feature your dessert at Love Your Creativity.
Pat says
After a holiday lunch out with a group of friends, they all return here for desserts. I will add it to the dessert party!
Alma Collins says
I have not made a homemade chocolate cheesecake trifle. I would leave the Bailey’s out as I do not care for alcohol in my food. Thanks! Sounds delish!
Mariellen J MacKay says
Now this is a recipe that will make everyone smile! Yes, indeed the Bailey’s is a must! Piping the layers may help however I’m not sure how neat I would be at this! 🙂 I may follow in my mother in law’s footsteps and layer it in by hand! 🙂
Jeanne says
I have never made homemade chocolate cheesecake trifle before, but I definitely will now! This looks and sounds absolutely delicious!!!
Karen says
Would definitely use Bailey’s,and top with Andes mints! Yum!
Lori Pennington says
I have never made chocolate cheese cake but it sounds amazing 🤗
Stephanie says
The only trifle I have ever made was a Black Forest one. I love Baileys & Chocolate so this is definitely a recipe I will be making😋
Denise Gibbs says
I would serve this at any fancy dinner or special occasion!
Sandi Beahan says
I have never made this dessert however, I plan on making it for our July 4th Family Celebration party! It looks and sounds absolutely amazing.
Shirley Coshatt says
This looks delicious! I have not made chocolate cheesecake trifle before but it’s definitely on my to try list now. Thank you for the great recipes!!
Kilee F. says
This looks amazing! Would be delicious with some added mint as well!!
Cassandra Cranmer says
This recipe sounds delicious. I would serve this with Bailey’s.
Priscilla Garcia says
I would add a sprig of mint
Amber says
This looks delicious and I would go for adding mint!
Morgan Rutledge says
I have never made any kind of trifle, but I can’t wait to make and try this. It looks delicious!
Amara Dooley says
It is 7:30am I just came across this email and Oh my! I can not wait to make this for my family. I can already taste it.
Angela Tofflemire says
I would absolutely serve this with bailey’s as a per dollar net treat.
Winnie Adler says
I think this decadent chocolate cheesecake trifle would be lovely served on Valentine’s day! It’s a day of chocolate!!
Olya says
I have never made a no bake cheese cake, but it turned up pretty good, I did use less than 1 cup of powdered sugar. Maybe 3/4 of a cup, also for whipped cream – 2 tbsp of cocoa powder is too much to my taste. It turned up pretty boozy but we did not mind :).
Next time I ll make sure to refrigerate OVERNIGHT, as it was better more dense next day. Definitely will make again. thanx for sharing the recipe!
Elissa Gunning says
I plan to try this out on my family when they are all here 4th of July week. I have never made anything like this before.
Nelllie says
I would serve it Baileys
Evelyn Eidell says
I am visiting my family in July and I plan to make this while I am there, We all love chocolate.
Kerryanne says
All my favourite ingredients!!
Thank you for sharing your chocolate cheesecake trifle at Create, Bake, Grow & Gathered this week. I’m delighted to be featuring it at tonight’s party and pinning too.
Hugs,
Kerryanne
Debbie says
Definitely serve with Bailey’s!
Michelle Howe says
This recipe is absolutely delicious!!!! Can’t say enough words about the yumminess of it!!!
Danielle says
Can I use delight Irish créme coffee creamer instead of the bailey Irish cream?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Danielle – we haven’t tried that substitution but I would assume it would work ok, enjoy!
Kellie Ashman says
Can’t wait to try this one
Heather N says
😋 delicious
Patricia D Keiffer says
interesting dessert recipe, looks good
Maria E. Montellano-Molina says
Will be baking thus dessert soon for my sisters upcoming birthday. Hope she likes it.
Tracy Goff says
Yum
lynn Doane says
Yum Yum.
Kyleigh says
This looks really yummy!!!! 😋
bt says
You had me at Bailey’s! 🙂
Gabriela B. says
Great dessert. Yum.
Carol says
I’ve never understood, but when a recipe calls for Oreo cookies, do you use the cream filling in them too or scrape that off?
Layne Kangas says
We use the whole cookie, enjoy!