Discover the delight of this no-bake Layered Coffee Cream Cheese Dessert, a sensational treat that combines the richness of cream cheese with the aromatic punch of coffee-soaked biscuits. Topped with a fine layer of cocoa, this dessert is a simple yet luxurious treat that's sure to impress at any gathering.
Why You'll Love This Recipe: This dessert is incredibly easy to assemble with no baking required, making it perfect for those hot days when you want a decadent treat without turning on the oven. The combination of creamy texture and the zest of coffee-infused biscuits, finished with a chocolatey touch, makes for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
Perfect Occasion: This Layered Coffee Cream Cheese Dessert is ideal for dinner parties, family gatherings, or as a festive treat during the holidays. It’s also perfect for bringing to potlucks or serving at informal get-togethers where you want a dessert that’s both easy to make and serve.
Ingredients:
- Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 250g cream cheese, softened
- 35g icing sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100ml whipping cream
- Coffee Dip for Biscuits:
- Instant coffee or a 3-in-1 coffee mix
- Hot water (enough to dissolve the coffee)
- Base and Layers:
- Plain biscuits (suitable for dipping and layering)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions:
- Prepare the Coffee Dip:
- Dissolve the instant coffee or coffee mix in a small bowl with hot water to taste. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with icing sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the whipping cream, continuing to beat until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Dessert:
- Dip each biscuit briefly into the coffee solution, ensuring they are just moistened but not soggy.
- In a serving dish or individual serving glasses, layer the coffee-soaked biscuits at the bottom.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the biscuits.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up, ending with a cream cheese layer on top.
- Chill and Serve:
- Dust the top layer with cocoa powder to add a touch of elegance and extra flavor.
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, which allows the flavors to meld together and the layers to set.
- Serve chilled directly from the fridge.
Additional Tips:
- For an added crunch or texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate shavings between layers.
- To enhance the coffee flavor, you can mix a small amount of coffee into the cream cheese mixture.
Enjoy your Layered Coffee Cream Cheese Dessert, a simple yet elegant dessert that combines the comforting flavors of coffee and cream cheese in every delicious bite!