Chocolate Chip Cookie Mini Trifles

From NESTLE

Makes 12 mini trifles

Chocolate Chip Cookie Mini Trifles are a simple and delicious dessert.

INGREDIENTS

1 package (16.5 ounces) NESTLE TOLL HOUSE Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

1 container (8 ounces) frozen lite whipped topping, thawed, divided

1/4 cup NESTLE NESQUIK Chocolate Flavor Syrup, divided

3 cups fresh or frozen blueberries and/or sliced strawberries, divided

Other optional toppings: chopped nuts or coconut flakes

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake 24 cookies as indicated on the package. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire to cool completely.
2. Break one cookie into the bottom of an 8 ounce mason jar, custard, or plastic cup. Top each with 1 rounded tablespoon of the whipped topping; spread evenly. Drizzle each lightly with chocolate sauce. Layer each cup with 1 tablespoon of fruit. Press down slightly. Repeat layers of cookie pieces, whipped topping, chocolate sauce, and fruit to create layers. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. *To add optional additional toppings, add to each layer of fruit.

VARIATION

To make trifle in large bowl, break 8 cookies into large pieces and place on bottom of bowl. Top with 1 cup whipped topping, spread evenly. Drizzle with chocolate sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup fruit on top. Press down lightly. Repeat layers of cookie pieces, whipped topping, chocolate syrup, and fruit 2 more times to create layers. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

TIP: 3 cups whipped cream can be substituted for the whipped topping.

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