Chocolate wafer cake without baking
Chocolate Cake with Wafer
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert, this No-Bake Chocolate Wafer Cake is the perfect choice! It requires no baking and combines the crispness of wafer cookies with a rich and creamy chocolate filling. It’s an ideal treat for warm days or whenever you’re short on time but still want to impress with a delicious dessert.
What makes this cake special is its versatility: you can customize it to your liking by adding layers of fresh fruit, chocolate chips, or even a splash of liqueur for a more sophisticated touch. With only about 15-20 minutes of preparation time, the rest is just waiting for the cake to chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours. This makes it an excellent make-ahead dessert, perfect for parties or dinners where you want to have a fresh and indulgent treat ready to serve.
The No-Bake Chocolate Wafer Cake is also a great option for those who prefer not to use the oven or for beginner cooks who want to create something impressive with minimal effort. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can prepare a dessert that everyone will love. Whether it’s for a birthday party or a casual family meal, this cake is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
Try it out and enjoy the deliciousness!
Tips:
- You can garnish the top with chocolate shavings, extra cocoa powder, or whipped cream for added decoration.
- For a richer texture, try adding chopped hazelnuts to the cream layer.
Recipe video: Watch the video on YouTube
Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Wafer Cake
Cuisine: Ricette DolciDifficulty: Easy8
servings20
minutesIngredients
350 g of wafer cookies
- For the cream:
500 ml of milk (2 cups)
120 ml of heavy cream (1/2 cup)
50 g of sugar (1/4 cup)
40 g of cornstarch (3 tablespoons)
40 g of unsweetened cocoa powder (3 tablespoons)
Instructions:
- Line a cake pan with plastic wrap. Place 350 g of wafer cookies evenly on the bottom of the pan.
- In a pot, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch, and cocoa powder. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a smooth cream.
- Pour the hot cream over the wafer cookies in the pan, spreading it evenly.
- Let the cake cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
