Here’s a delicious No-Bake Layered Chocolate Custard Dessert recipe—rich, creamy, and perfect for making ahead:
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the Base:
- 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
- ¼ cup melted butter
For the Chocolate Custard Layer:
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Whipped Cream Layer:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or berries
Instructions
1. Prepare the Base
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until combined.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a serving dish or individual cups.
- Chill in the fridge while preparing the custard.
2. Make the Chocolate Custard
- In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch.
- Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Let it cool slightly, then pour over the cookie base.
3. Make the Whipped Cream Layer
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the cooled chocolate custard layer.
4. Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, a dusting of cocoa powder, or fresh berries before serving.
This dessert is rich but light, chocolatey, and perfectly layered—no baking required.
If you want, I can also give a quick mini-cup version that’s made in individual cups and has multiple layers of chocolate, custard, and whipped cream—great for parties. Do you want me to provide that version?
