Dive into the rich, layered delight of our Chilled Batik Cake. This no-bake dessert features a crunchy base of Marie biscuits enveloped in a chocolatey mixture, topped with a smooth cream cheese layer, and finished with a luscious chocolate ganache. Each layer of this cake offers a different texture and taste, coming together for a decadently harmonious experience.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Layered Flavor Sensation: The combination of chocolate biscuit base, creamy middle, and ganache topping creates a symphony of flavors.
- No-Bake Convenience: Easy to make without an oven, perfect for warm days or when you want a fuss-free dessert.
- Rich and Creamy: The cream cheese layer adds a luxurious richness that balances the chocolate.
- Perfectly Chilled: An ideal treat for cooling off and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Perfect Occasion: Great for gatherings, celebrations, or as a weekend treat. It’s also an excellent choice for a make-ahead dessert for dinner parties.
Decoration Tips:
- Sprinkle the top with grated chocolate or cocoa powder for an elegant finish.
- Garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves for a pop of color.
- Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Ingredients:
For the Batik Cake Base:
- 125g butter
- 1 cup vico powder (chocolate malt powder)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 120ml full cream milk
- 300-350g Marie biscuits
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 250g cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons condensed milk
- 150ml whipping cream
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup dark or milk chocolate compound
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions:
- Gently melt butter in a pot. Stir in condensed milk, vico powder, and cocoa powder. Add milk and stir until almost boiling, then turn off the heat.
- Break Marie biscuits into pieces, add to the chocolate mixture, and stir to coat. Press the mixture into a 7×7 inch pan and refrigerate.
- For the cream cheese layer, mix cream cheese, vanilla, and condensed milk until smooth. Whip the whipping cream until thick, then fold into the cream cheese mixture. Spread over the chilled biscuit base and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- For the ganache, double boil chocolate, cream, and butter. Let cool, then pour over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Indulge in this Chilled Batik Cake, a treat that combines crunchy, creamy, and chocolatey layers for an unforgettable dessert experience!
