INDIVIDUAL CHOCOLATE TRIFLES
Serves 4

1 chocolate cake layer, at least 12 ounces, sliced to one-inch thickness
(Note: if you make it by hand, choose a recipe for a chocolate genoise; if you buy it, make sure it is has a dense crumb – chocolate pound cake is ideal.)

4 to 6 ounces of strawberries or other “perfect” market fruits

8 ounces Mascarpone cheese

11 ounces (1 jar) Caramel Sin – Chocolate

3 tablespoons Grand Marnier liquor


Before you start, gather 4 to 6 classic Old Fashion glasses. Note: sizes of these glasses vary slightly, so you might end up with some leftover ingredients.

Cut out two rounds of cake to fit inside of each glass (use a ring mold or cookie cutter that is the same size as your serving glass – or use the glass itself). Set aside on a cookie sheet.

Mix 2 tablespoons (approximately 1/5 jar) of Caramel Sin – Chocolate into the Mascarpone in a small bowl until fully incorporated and smooth.

Wash, dry and slice fruit. Set aside (be sure to sprinkle on a little lemon juice if you’re using anything other than berries).

Microwave 5 to 6 tablespoons (approximately 1/2 jar) of Caramel Sin – Chocolate in a small glass bowl until it liquefies (start at 30 seconds and add 5 second increments if necessary). Quickly stir in Grand Marnier.

Construct your trifle in the following order: cake, Caramel Sin and Grand Marnier, fruit, Caramel Sin Mascarpone. Repeat until you reach the top of the glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a strawberry “fan.”


These easy desserts make a very special ending for a dinner party. They’re also easily portable if you like to serve coffee and dessert informally after you’ve left the table.