Double Chocolate Cookie Crumble Trifle

Ingredients

• 1 package Cappello's Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
• 1 container dairy-free whipped cream
• natural green food coloring
• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 3 tablespoons organic vanilla pudding
• mint leaves, extra whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles for garnish, optional

Instructions

• Thaw the cookie dough.
• Preheat oven to 350 F.
• Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
• Press the cookie dough into the bottom of the pan creating an even layer; bake for 10 minutes.
• While the cookies bake, empty the whipped cream into a large bowl, add in the the food coloring (about 15 drops), peppermint extract and vanilla pudding; gently fold in the coloring until desired hue is reached. Place back in the refrigerator to keep cool.
• When the cookies are done, allow to cool completely then break the cookies into bite size pieces.
• Starting with the cookies alternate them with the whipped cream making layers as thin or thick as you prefer until you've reached the top.
• Garnish with whipped cream, mint leaves or chocolate sprinkles.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.