Celebrate the joy of festive gatherings with this no-bake Chocolate Jaffa Cake, a dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the citrusy zest of Jaffa cookies and the natural sweetness of bananas. This dessert is perfect for those looking for a quick yet impressive option, as it requires no baking and can be assembled with ease. With layers of moist chocolate pudding, crisp orange-flavored cookies, and fresh bananas, each bite is an explosion of flavors that’s sure to surpass all expectations.
Why You’ll Love This:
This no-bake cake is not only effortless to prepare but also incredibly versatile and universally appealing. The combination of chocolate and orange is classic, while the addition of bananas adds a refreshing twist. The creamy chocolate ganache topping adds a luxurious finish that makes this cake a showstopper. It’s a fantastic option for last-minute preparations, ensuring that you can enjoy a gourmet dessert without the fuss of baking.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for Christmas, spontaneous get-togethers, or any festive occasion, this no-bake Jaffa cake is a wonderful addition to your holiday dessert table. It’s also great for summer gatherings or anytime you want a delightful treat without turning on the oven. This cake is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to be a hit at potlucks, family dinners, or as a special treat to brighten any day.
Decoration Tips:
Garnish the cake with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of orange zest to enhance its visual appeal and flavor profile. For a festive look, you can also add edible gold dust or silver pearls on top. Serving this cake on a decorative cake stand will highlight its elegance and make it even more enticing.
Ingredients:
- 350 grams of ground biscuits
- 130 grams of melted butter
- 130-150 ml of milk (for biscuit base)
- 400 ml + 100 ml milk (for pudding)
- 2 packets of chocolate pudding mix
- 3 tablespoons of chocolate spread
- 100 grams of butter (for filling)
- 200 ml whipped cream
- 1-2 bananas
- Juice of half a lemon (to prevent banana discoloration)
- 1.5 packets of orange-flavored cookies
- 200 grams of dark chocolate
- 120 ml of heavy cream
Instructions:
- Prepare the base by combining ground biscuits, melted butter, and milk. Press this mixture into a 26 cm diameter cake mold.
- Slice bananas and sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange over the biscuit layer.
- For the filling, bring 400 ml of milk to a boil (add sugar if preferred). Mix 100 ml of milk with the chocolate pudding mix, then add to the boiling milk and cook until thickened.
- Transfer the pudding to a bowl, stir in the chocolate spread, and allow to cool.
- Whip the filling by beating the cooled pudding with butter. Fold in whipped cream and divide the mixture in half. Spread one half over the bananas.
- Briefly dip the orange-flavored cookies in warm milk and arrange over the first layer of filling. Cover with the remaining filling.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream and dark chocolate until the chocolate melts, then pour over the cake.
- Refrigerate for several hours until set, ideally overnight for best flavor.
Enjoy!
