Quick Description
This easy layered dessert combines creamy vanilla filling with soft tea biscuits and a thick topping of chocolate shavings. No oven required. It’s smooth, rich, slightly sweet, and perfect for parties or family gatherings.
Simple ingredients. Big wow factor.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 8–12
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4–6 hours (overnight best)
- Total Time: About 6 hours
Ingredients
Cream Layer
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 395 g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Biscuit Layer
- 1 package tea biscuits or graham crackers (200–250 g)
- 1 cup milk (for dipping)
Topping
- 1 cup chocolate shavings or grated chocolate
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cream Filling
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Add condensed milk and vanilla.
- Whip until thick and fluffy.
Do not overwhip.
Step 2: Prepare the Biscuits
Pour milk into a shallow bowl.
Quickly dip each biscuit into milk (1–2 seconds only).
Do not soak too long.
Step 3: Assemble Layers
In a glass dish:
- Add a layer of dipped biscuits.
- Spread a thick layer of cream mixture.
- Repeat layers until finished, ending with cream.
Step 4: Add Chocolate
Sprinkle chocolate shavings generously over the top.
Step 5: Chill
Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, preferably overnight.
This allows biscuits to soften and become cake-like.
Texture Tips
- Chill overnight for best structure.
- Use cold cream for better whipping.
- Don’t oversoak biscuits.
Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)
- Calories: 350–450
- Protein: 6–8 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fat: 25 g
Flavor Variations
- Add sliced bananas between layers
- Add instant coffee to milk for mocha flavor
- Add cocoa powder to cream for chocolate version
- Add strawberries
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 4 days
- Not ideal for freezing
