Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Layer Beat the 16 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt together until smooth. Then, add the 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur and mix until it’s light and fluffy. This step creates that creamy base everyone loves.

Step 2: Prepare the Chocolate Whipped Cream In a chilled bowl, whip the 1 cup well-chilled heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add 2 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form for a smooth, airy topping.

Step 3: Crush the Cookies Crush the 20 chocolate sandwich cookies into small crumbs using a rolling pin or a food processor. This gives you the crunchy layer that adds texture to your trifle.

Step 4: Assemble the Trifle Layer the crushed cookies, cheesecake mixture, and whipped cream twice in serving glasses or dessert cups for that classic trifle look. Using piping bags can help keep things neat and pretty.

Step 5: Decorate and Chill Decorate the top with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle with the remaining cookie crumbs. Serve chilled or right away, as this no-bake recipe is ready in about 20 minutes. For a fruity twist, add fresh raspberries or cherries between layers.