If you’re looking for a quick and easy homemade dessert, then this cold coffee dessert is the perfect choice. It’s rich with the flavor of coffee and made of three delightful layers: biscuits, cream, and coffee. In this article, you’ll find the ingredients, preparation steps, useful tips, health benefits, and FAQs.
🛒 Ingredients
First Layer:
- Plain tea biscuits (amount depends on serving cups).
Second Layer:
- 4 cups milk
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp cream or butter
- ½ to ¾ cup sugar (as preferred)
- 1 tbsp instant coffee
- ½ cup hot water
Third Layer:
- 2 packets whipped cream (powder)
- Chilled water
- 1 tbsp instant coffee
- 2 tbsp hot water
👩🍳 Preparation Steps
- Prepare the cups: Break biscuits randomly and place them in serving cups or bowls.
- Second layer:
- Mix cornstarch and flour with milk while cold.
- Cook over heat, add sugar and cream or butter.
- Stir until thickened, then add dissolved coffee in hot water.
- Pour over the biscuit layer.
- Third layer:
- Whip cream powder with chilled water until fluffy.
- Add dissolved instant coffee in hot water.
- Spread over the second layer.
- Decoration: Sprinkle cocoa powder or nuts as desired.
💡 Tips
- Adjust sugar to taste.
- You may use sugar-free whipped cream.
- Decorate with cocoa, nuts, or grated chocolate.
- Best served chilled after refrigerating for at least 1 hour.
🌟 Benefits
- No-bake dessert, easy and quick to prepare.
- Perfect for gatherings and surprise guests.
- Rich in energy from sugar and coffee.
- Can be made lighter with low-calorie sweeteners.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I replace the biscuits with another type?
Yes, you can use chocolate biscuits or any type you prefer.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Of course, you may reduce it or use sweetener alternatives.
How long should the dessert chill before serving?
At least 1 hour in the fridge to let the layers set properly.
⚠️ Medical Note: This recipe contains sugar and coffee, so it may not be suitable for children, people with hypertension, or diabetes. Please consult your doctor if you have chronic health conditions before consuming.
