If you love a traditional Cobb salad, wait until you try it layered into a showstopping trifle. This Cobb Salad Trifle has all the classics—shredded romaine, juicy chicken, crisp bacon, creamy blue cheese, and a rich homemade dressing—layered beautifully in a glass bowl for maximum flavor and visual appeal. It’s the kind of dish that makes everyone stop and say, “Wow.”

Cobb Salad Trifle

This easy layered salad is perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or Sunday dinner. The best part? You can prep it ahead of time, and it gets even better after a few hours in the fridge. If you’re looking for more layered ideas, check out my Layered Fruit Salad for a sweet version or my Buffalo Chicken Bombs for a hearty appetizer that pairs perfectly with this salad.

You don’t have to be a pro to pull this off—just cook your ingredients, whisk up the simple dressing, and start stacking. Every bite delivers that signature Cobb salad flavor, and the presentation will earn you instant compliments. Whether you’re feeding your family or a crowd, this trifle is an easy win.

What You Will Love About This Recipe

Classic Cobb salad flavor in every bite

Stunning presentation in a clear bowl

Easy to prep ahead for gatherings

Perfect balance of protein, veggies, and creamy dressing

Customizable with your favorite toppings

Ideal for potlucks, holidays, and summer dinners

Homemade dressing brings the whole dish together

How to make Cobb Salad in a Trifle Dish

Mix the ingredients for the dressing.

Layer ingredients in the trifle bowl in this order: lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, boiled eggs, dressing, bacon, blue cheese, and green onions.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tips & Tricks

Dry your lettuce well so the layers stay crisp
Use rotisserie chicken for a fast shortcut
Layer the wet ingredients like tomatoes and dressing toward the center to keep the edges fresh
Make the dressing a day ahead to let the flavors blend
Crumble bacon just before serving to keep it crispy
Swap in turkey bacon or grilled shrimp if you want a twist on the classic

FAQs

Definitely. If you’re short on time, use a good-quality ranch or blue cheese dressing.

You can assemble it the night before. Just keep it tightly covered in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Crumbled feta or shredded sharp cheddar work great if you’re not a fan of blue cheese.

A clear glass bowl works best for presentation, but you can use any large bowl if you’re not worried about showing off the layers.

Cobb Salad Trifle

Cobb Salad Trifle is the perfect dish to make for your summer BBQ. This salad combines lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, eggs, bacon, and blue cheese that is completely customizable to your liking.

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
3 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast
3 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 boiled eggs, peeled and diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
¾ cup blue cheese, crumbled
3 green onions, sliced
For the dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup milk

Instructions

Mix the ingredients for the dressing.
Layer ingredients in the trifle bowl in this order: lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, boiled eggs, dressing, bacon, blue cheese, and green onions.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 859Total Fat: 68gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 46gCholesterol: 306mgSodium: 1343mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 51g

Melissa

I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!

Cobb Salad Trifle – A Stunning Layered Twist on the Classic Cobb